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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Lovable
- Origin
- English (from Latin amabilis via Amabel)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- MAY-bel
Mabel is pronounced MAY-bel and comes from English, tracing back to Latin amabilis through the name Amabel. Its meaning is 'lovable,' which gives parents a clear, easy answer when someone asks what the name means. With its vintage style, Mabel carries an old-fashioned warmth that comes through in both its sound and its history.
Meaning & Origin of Mabel
Meaning: Lovable.
Origin: English (from Latin amabilis via Amabel).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Mabel
MAY-belIPA /ˈmeɪbəl/
Popularity of Mabel
Mabel peaked at #15 in 1891, when 2,029 baby girls were given the name, and has since settled to #222 in 2024 with 1,380 babies — still a name plenty of parents are choosing more than 130 years later.
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FAQ
What does the name Mabel mean?
Lovable. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Mabel?
Mabel is pronounced MAY-bel (IPA: /ˈmeɪbəl/).
Is Mabel a popular name right now?
Mabel peaked at #15 in 1891 and is ranked #222 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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