Maybelle
Maybelle is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Lovable or beautiful.
Origin and history
Maybelle is a female name derived from the French name Amabel or Mabel, combined with the suffix 'belle', meaning 'lovable' or 'beautiful'. It enjoyed significant popularity in the early 20th century and has seen a modest revival in modern times. In the United States, it is often appreciated for its vintage, Southern charm.
Popularity in the United States
6,366 babies in the United States have been named Maybelle since 1880. It ranks #2133 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1816.
States where it is most popular
- SC (9.5 %)
- IL (8.7 %)
- NY (8.4 %)
- NC (8.2 %)
- CA (8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 304 |
| 1890-1900 | 591 |
| 1900-1910 | 843 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,553 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,289 |
| 1930-1940 | 618 |
| 1940-1950 | 328 |
| 1950-1960 | 128 |
| 1960-1970 | 64 |
| 1970-1980 | 19 |
| 1980-1990 | 21 |
| 1990-2000 | 14 |
| 2000-2010 | 58 |
| 2010-2019 | 251 |
| 2020-2029 | 285 |
Famous people named Maybelle
- Maybelle Carter: Musician, Singer
Nicknames
May, Mae, Belle
Fun facts
- Mother Maybelle Carter was a pioneering figure in American country music as part of the historic Carter Family.
- The name developed as a elaborated form of Mabel, influenced by the French word 'belle' meaning beautiful.