Mabel Alden

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Mabel Alden — Latin
121K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Mabel Alden is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Mabel is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Mabel is an English female name derived from the Latin amabilis, "lovable, dear". Amabilis of Riom (died 475) was a French male saint who logically would have assumed the name Amabilis upon entering the priesthood: his veneration may have resulted in Amabilis being used as both a male and female name, or the name's female usage may have been initiated by the female saint Amabilis of Rouen (died 634), the daughter of an Anglo-Saxon king who would have adopted the name Amabilis upon becoming a nun. The surname Alden: Alden as both a given name and a surname originated in the Old English language. The name can derive from Ealdwine (meaning "old friend") or (in the Scottish Borders) from Healfdene. People with the surname Alvin Alden (1818–1882), American politician Blanche Ray Alden (1870–1934), American musician and composer Charles E. Mabel is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 121K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Mabel reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Mabel

Latin

Mabel is an English female name derived from the Latin amabilis, "lovable, dear". Amabilis of Riom (died 475) was a French male saint who logically would have assumed the name Amabilis upon entering the priesthood: his veneration may have resulted in Amabilis being used as both a male and female name, or the name's female usage may have been initiated by the female saint Amabilis of Rouen (died 634), the daughter of an Anglo-Saxon king who would have adopted the name Amabilis upon becoming a nun.

Surname: Alden

English

Alden as both a given name and a surname originated in the Old English language. The name can derive from Ealdwine (meaning "old friend") or (in the Scottish Borders) from Healfdene. People with the surname Alvin Alden (1818–1882), American politician Blanche Ray Alden (1870–1934), American musician and composer Charles E.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Mabel is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Mabel by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Mabel Alden

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Mabel Alden:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Mabel?
The first name Mabel originates from Latin. Mabel is an English female name derived from the Latin amabilis, "lovable, dear". Amabilis of Riom (died 475) was a French male saint who logically would have assumed the name Amabilis upon entering the priesthood: his veneration may have resulted in Amabilis being used as both a male and female name, or the name's female usage may have been initiated by the female saint Amabilis of Rouen (died 634), the daughter of an Anglo-Saxon king who would have adopted the name Amabilis upon becoming a nun.
When was Mabel most popular?
The name Mabel reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Alden?
The surname Alden originates from English. Alden as both a given name and a surname originated in the Old English language. The name can derive from Ealdwine (meaning "old friend") or (in the Scottish Borders) from Healfdene. People with the surname Alvin Alden (1818–1882), American politician Blanche Ray Alden (1870–1934), American musician and composer Charles E.
What are the origins of the name Mabel Alden?
The name Mabel Alden combines two different traditions: the first name Mabel has Latin roots, while the surname Alden originates from English.
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