What does Maybelline mean and where does it come from?
Maybelline is a name that gained fame through the popular cosmetics brand 'Maybelline New York'. Although it is often associated with contemporary beauty products, the name itself is a variation of Mabel, which comes from the Latin 'amabilis', meaning lovable. It is prevalent primarily in the United
Cultural significance
Maybelline has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a form of the name mabel or derived from the word.
Peak popularity
Reached #2687 in 1955 — currently #5206 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Maybelline?
Maybelline works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Maybelline Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Maybelline Rose
Floral · soft ending
Maybelline Mae
Sweet · timeless
Maybelline Claire
French influence · crisp
Maybelline Jane
Literary · strong
Maybelline Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Maybelline right now?
Rising fast — up 695 spots — currently #5206 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #5206 | 25 | ▲ up 695 · +19% births |
| 2022 | #5901 | 21 | ▼ down 29 |
| 2021 | #5872 | 21 | ▲ up 201 · +11% births |
| 2020 | #6073 | 19 | ▲ up 393 |
| 2015 | #6466 | 19 | ▲ up 1096 · +19% births |
| 2010 | #7562 | 16 | ▲ up 7139 · +167% births |
| 2005 | #14701 | 6 | ▼ down 2719 |
| 1995 | #11982 | 6 | ▼ down 2581 · -25% births |
| 1990 | #9401 | 8 | ▲ up 1564 · +60% births |
| 1985 | #10965 | 5 | ▼ down 2606 · -29% births |
| 1980 | #8359 | 7 | ▼ down 24 · +40% births |
| 1970 | #8335 | 5 | ▼ down 5648 · -72% births |
| 1955 | #2687 | 18 | ▲ up 1539 · +200% births |
| 1940 | #4226 | 6 | ▲ up 723 |
| 1925 | #4949 | 6 | — |
The story of Maybelline
Maybelline entered American naming records in 1925 and has been in use for over 99 years. With 531 total births recorded, Maybelline remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4949 in 1925, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5206 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Maybelline in 1955:
Maybelline by decade
Maybelline peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1920s | 18 | |
| 1930s | 19 | |
| 1940s | 17 | |
| 1950s | 41 | |
| 1960s | 6 | |
| 1970s | 26 | |
| 1980s | 31 | |
| 1990s | 53 | |
| 2000s | 106 | |
| 2010s ★ | 195 | |
| 2020s | 19 | |
💎Maybelline has only 531 total recorded births since 1925 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
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What names sound and feel like Maybelline?
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Common questions about the name Maybelline
What does the name Maybelline mean?
Maybelline means "a form of the name Mabel or derived from the word" — a name rooted in France 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 Maybelline?
Maybelline is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Maybelline have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Maybelline?
Maybelline originates from France tradition. France 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 Maybelline?
Maybelline is a three-syllable name pronounced M EY1 B AH0 L IY2 N. 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 Maybelline?
Maybelline pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar France heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.