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Maybelle

MAY-bel

Maybelle is a girl’s name of English origin, meaning “A combination of May (from Maia, the Roman goddess of spring) and Belle (meaning 'beautiful').”. It currently ranks #4423 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1918.

Letters8
Syllables2
OriginEnglish

What Maybelle Means

A combination of May (from Maia, the Roman goddess of spring) and Belle (meaning 'beautiful').

The Story of Maybelle

This name graces the legend of country music and the beauty of spring itself, destined for a child whose spirit will blossom.

Maybelle is a sweet fusion, blending 'May,' the month named after Maia, the Roman goddess of spring and growth, with 'Belle,' meaning beautiful in French. Its roots twine through English usage, gaining prominence in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in American folk traditions. The name evokes images of blooming flowers and a gentle, natural grace, a charm that has seen a resurgence in recent years.

Whispering 'Maybelle' feels like the first warm breeze of spring, gentle yet full of promise. As you write it on your child's first onesie, you'll feel the tenderness of its sound, a soft caress that mirrors the loving kindness you already feel for your daughter. It’s a name that suggests a heart as pure and bright as a blooming garden.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Maybelle Carter

    American country music legend and guitarist.

Personality Traits

SweetCharmingKindGentle

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#212 in 1918

Total Births

6,306

First Recorded

1880

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