Mabel
girl name#201 in 2025Mabel entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #15 in 1891, ranks #201 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1880–2025
#201
rank today
#15
peak (1891)
1,522
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #20 |
| 1890s | #20 |
| 1900s | #30 |
| 1910s | #60 |
| 1920s | #114 |
| 1930s | #206 |
| 1940s | #373 |
| 1950s | #699 |
| 1960s | #1070 |
| 1970s | #1501 |
| 1980s | #1575 |
| 1990s | #2076 |
| 2000s | #1850 |
| 2010s | #740 |
| 2020s | #302 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mabel has been most popular in CA, TX, MI.
Living bearers
About 22,500 people named Mabel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mabel alive today was born around 1916, making them about 109 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mabel in 2025?
- Mabel ranks #201 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,522 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mabel most popular?
- Mabel peaked in 1891, reaching #15 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mabel with classmates?
- Mabel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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