What does Maybelle mean and where does it come from?
Maybelle is an American invented name combining the month 'May' and the French word 'belle', meaning beautiful. It became popular in the early 20th century, particularly in the southern United States. The name is often associated with a sweet or charming personality. Notable Bearers include Maybelle
Cultural significance
Maybelle has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a combination of the names may and belle, meaning 'the beauty of may'.
Peak popularity
Reached #334 in 1893 — currently #3208 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Maybelle?
Maybelle works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Maybelle Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Maybelle Rose
Floral · soft ending
Maybelle Mae
Sweet · timeless
Maybelle Claire
French influence · crisp
Maybelle Jane
Literary · strong
Maybelle Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Maybelle right now?
Falling — down 326 spots — currently #3208 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #3208 | 51 | ▼ down 326 · -14% births |
| 2022 | #2882 | 59 | ▲ up 589 · +31% births |
| 2021 | #3471 | 45 | ▲ up 340 · +22% births |
| 2020 | #3811 | 37 | ▲ up 327 · +6% births |
| 2015 | #4138 | 35 | ▲ up 3371 · +119% births |
| 2010 | #7509 | 16 | ▲ up 3173 · +220% births |
| 1985 | #10682 | 5 | ▼ down 4140 |
| 1965 | #6542 | 5 | ▼ down 2357 · -50% births |
| 1960 | #4185 | 10 | ▼ down 404 |
| 1955 | #3781 | 10 | ▼ down 1441 · -44% births |
| 1950 | #2340 | 18 | ▼ down 345 |
| 1945 | #1995 | 18 | ▼ down 947 · -62% births |
| 1940 | #1048 | 47 | ▼ down 16 · +4% births |
| 1935 | #1032 | 45 | ▼ down 342 · -55% births |
| 1930 | #690 | 99 | — |
The story of Maybelle
Maybelle has been a beloved American name for over 144 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1880. With 6,117 total births recorded, Maybelle remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #429 in 1880, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #3208 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Maybelle in 1893:
Maybelle by decade
Maybelle peaked in the 1890s. See all 1890s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1880s | 304 | |
| 1890s | 591 | |
| 1900s | 843 | |
| 1910s ★ | 1,553 | |
| 1920s | 1,289 | |
| 1930s | 618 | |
| 1940s | 328 | |
| 1950s | 128 | |
| 1960s | 64 | |
| 1970s | 19 | |
| 1980s | 21 | |
| 1990s | 14 | |
| 2000s | 57 | |
| 2010s | 251 | |
| 2020s | 37 | |
💎With 6,117 total births, Maybelle is an uncommon but established name.
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Common questions about the name Maybelle
What does the name Maybelle mean?
Maybelle means "a combination of the names May and Belle, meaning 'the beauty of May'" — a name rooted in American 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 Maybelle?
Maybelle is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Maybelle have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Maybelle?
Maybelle originates from American tradition. American 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 Maybelle?
Maybelle is a two-syllable name pronounced M EY2 B EH1 L. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
Is Maybelle trending right now?
Maybelle is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.