Holding steady.
Popularity of Mabeline since 1921
Babies named Mabeline per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 43 |
| 1930s | 20 |
| 1940s | 27 |
| 1950s | 40 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mabeline is a rare vintage name that saw modest use in the mid-20th century, particularly during the 1940s when it reached its peak in 1940. It was first recorded in 1921, but its usage has always been low, with no recent data indicating a resurgence. The name combines the familiar Mabel with the soft -line suffix, fitting a pattern of ornate feminine names from that era. Its trajectory has been stable but extremely scarce, and it has no strong associations with any particular state or region. Mabeline remains a curiosity for parents seeking an obscure name with a sweet, old-fashioned feel.
Mabeline is a compound name, blending Mabel (from Latin amabilis, 'lovable') with the popular feminine suffix -line, as seen in names like Caroline and Adeline. It appears to have been coined in the late 19th or early 20th century, fitting a fashion for elaborate feminine names formed from existing names plus fashionable endings. Its usage has been rare, with a small peak in the 1940s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mabel, Mae, Lina, Belle
Variants: Mabelline, Mabelyn
Sibling names for Mabeline
Names that share Mabeline's style, for a brother or sister.
