Mabel
Mabel is a girl name of Latin, via Old French and English origin, meaning “Lovable”.
| Meaning | Lovable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, via Old French and English |
| Pronunciation | MAY-bul |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom, United States, Ireland, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Mabel
Mabel is a medieval shortening of Amabel, which comes from the Latin amabilis, 'lovable'. It was in use in England from the Middle Ages but faded until the Victorians revived it in the nineteenth century, when it became very fashionable. Because it sounds like the French phrase ma belle, 'my beautiful one', it is sometimes explained that way, but the Latin root is the accepted origin. After a long quiet spell it has returned with the current taste for vintage names.
Is Mabel a religious name?
Mabel has no particular religious background; it is a Latin-derived English name used across Christian and secular families alike.
How popular is Mabel?
Popular around 1900, then rare for decades, and now back in moderate use in Britain and the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mabel mean?
Mabel means 'Lovable'. It is of Latin, via Old French and English origin.
Does Mabel have a religious meaning?
Mabel has no particular religious background; it is a Latin-derived English name used across Christian and secular families alike.
How do you pronounce Mabel?
Mabel is pronounced MAY-bul.
Is Mabel a boy or girl name?
Mabel is usually a girl name.