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Mirabelle

MEER-uh-bel · Of uncertain origin; likely derived from the Latin 'mirabilis' meaning 'wonderful,' or from the French name Mirabelle, referring to a type of plum.

2025 rank (girls)
#2,239
Babies named in 2025
82
Peak popularity
2015
2025 frequency
1 in 19,601 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 1998

Rising since 1998, #2,239 for girls today.

Popularity of Mirabelle since 1997

Babies named Mirabelle per year in U.S. Social Security records.

336699200020102020Most births 2015Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s26
2000s303
2010s800
2020s481

Meaning & origin

Mirabelle entered U.S. records in 1997, and by 2025 it ranked 2239th, with approximately 1 in 19,601 baby girls receiving the name. Its peak year was 2015, and it has been on a rising trajectory since 1998, reflecting a growing taste for vintage French-inspired names. The name is most commonly found in Illinois and California. With its melodic sound and association with the sweet Mirabelle plum, it offers a distinctive yet accessible choice for parents seeking something elegant and uncommon.

Mirabelle is likely derived from the Latin 'mirabilis' (wonderful) or from the French name for a golden plum variety. It has been used occasionally in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century, influenced by the popularity of names ending in '-belle'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1997 and has seen a gradual rise.

Where Mirabelle is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Mirabelle” around the world

Where Mirabelle lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • France

    15

    babies in 2024

Sources: INSEE (France).

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Mira, Belle, Mimi

Variants: Mirabella, Mirabel

Sibling names for Mirabelle

Names that share Mirabelle's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Mirabelle mean?
Mirabelle is thought to mean 'wonderful', derived from the Latin 'mirabilis', though it may also be associated with the French plum variety.
How popular is the name Mirabelle?
In 2025, Mirabelle ranked 2239th in the U.S., with about 1 in 19,601 baby girls given the name. Its peak popularity was in 2015.
Is Mirabelle a girl's name?
Yes, Mirabelle is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.