Mabel
Meaning: Lovable, dear
Origin: Latin/English
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #398
Total births: 77
History: Mabel surged in the 2010s as a vintage name in Australia. The great-grandmother name has come full circle. Mabel represents the cyclical nature of Australian naming.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #94 |
| Babies named Mabel in 2025 | 77 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 77 |
| Peak year | 2025 (77 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #94 |
Frequently asked about Mabel
What does the name Mabel mean?
Mabel means “Lovable, dear” from Latin/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Mabel?
Mabel has Latin/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Lovable, dear”.
How popular is Mabel in Australia?
Mabel ranked #94 in Australia in 2025 — given to 77 babies that year.
When was Mabel most popular?
Mabel peaked in 2025 with 77 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Mabel a boy or girl name?
Mabel is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Mabels in registered births are female.