“Maribel is a popular name in many Spanish-speaking countries and can also be found in the Philippines”
Spanish origin · Unisex name
♂ 1% boys♀ 99% girls
#1514US 2023
142Births / yr
↓Falling
24.4kAll-time births
📅 Since 190600.05% of births at peak
How to pronounce Maribel
MAR·ib·el
/ˈmær.ɪb.ɛl/ · stress on MAR · 3 syllables
“Maribel is a popular name in many Spanish-speaking countries and can also be found in the Philippines”
Spanish origin · Unisex name
What does Maribel mean and where does it come from?
Maribel is a popular name in many Spanish-speaking countries and can also be found in the Philippines. It reflects cultural tendencies to combine traditional names and carries connotations of warmth and affection. Notable figures with this name may include artists and public figures.
Cultural significance
Maribel has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of spanish.
Falling — down 138 spots — currently #1514 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1910–2023#1514 · Top 1.1%
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Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#1514
142
▼ down 138 · -15% births
2022
#1376
168
▲ up 662 · +77% births
2021
#2038
95
▼ down 406 · -25% births
2020
#1632
126
▼ down 217 · -23% births
2015
#1415
163
▼ down 235 · -21% births
2010
#1180
206
▼ down 582 · -57% births
2005
#598
474
▲ up 51 · +23% births
2000
#649
384
▼ down 165 · -25% births
1995
#484
513
▼ down 90 · -22% births
1990
#394
661
▲ up 68 · +44% births
1985
#462
460
▼ down 146 · -40% births
1980
#316
767
▲ up 65 · +41% births
1975
#381
544
▲ up 66 · +11% births
1970
#447
491
▲ up 199 · +113% births
1965
#646
231
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Maribel
1980Rank #316
767
#1429
↗Rising
1910 - 202323 years
The story of Maribel
Maribel entered American naming records in 1906 and has been in use for over 118 years. A total of 24,387 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2660 in 1910 to #1514 in 2023. Maribel is used for both genders: 99% female and 1% male.
Maribel means "Spanish" — a name rooted in Spanish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Maribel?
Maribel is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Maribel have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Maribel?
Maribel originates from Spanish tradition. Spanish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Maribel?
Maribel is a three-syllable name pronounced M AE1 R IH0 B EH0 L. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Maribel?
Maribel pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spanish heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Maribel
For a sister
Maribel & Luis♡
Maribel & Carlos♡
Maribel & Rafael♡
Maribel & Jorge♡
For a brother
Maribel & Luis♡
Maribel & Carlos♡
Maribel & Rafael♡
Maribel & Jorge♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2023
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#1514
🇬🇧 UK
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🇨🇦 Canada
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