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Mabel

MAY-bəl

Popularity

#222

rising

Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

Latin

Total Births

141,163

Peak Year

#3,696 in 1915

First Recorded

1880

Style

Vintage

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Mabel is derived from the Latin *amabilis*, meaning 'lovable'. It also has connections to the medieval name Amabel.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Mabel Normand

    Silent film actress, writer, and director.

  • Mabel Pines

    Enthusiastic, optimistic character from Gravity Falls.

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Personality Traits

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