Dog Names > Mabel

Mabel

Female

Meaning

Lovable

Origin

Germanic

Pronunciation

/meɪbəl/

EDITOR'S NOTE

Emily P.

PupNames.com Contributor

Mabel, a vintage gem, is a dog name that's both adorable and dignified. It's like naming your pup after your favorite quirky aunt who bakes cookies and tells ghost stories. Mabel, meaning "lovable" in Latin, was popular in the 1880s, so it's got that cool, retro vibe. Plus, it's a nod to the hilarious Mabel Pines from Gravity Falls, who's as lovable as any pup. So, if you want a name that's sweet, funny, and a little old-school, Mabel is a tail-wagging winner. It's like a doggy name that's been aged to perfection, like a fine wine or a stinky cheese.

Traits associated with the name Mabel:

Dogs named Mabel tend to be loving, good-natured, resilient, and industrious. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Mabel?

That you have a fondness for classic, old-fashioned names. It also suggests that you have a strong sense of nostalgia and a love of tradition.

Is Mabel a good dog name?

Mabel has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Mabel isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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New York City Dog Name Database

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Naming your dog Mabel is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Mabel was, in the past month, the 66th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of May 2025, Mabel is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Mabel was viewed 93 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Mabel's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Mabel is most adored in Kansas, New Hampshire and Idaho.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Utah, New Mexico and Kentucky.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Mabel.

Mabel is found in these categories:

old-fashioned

Popular during the Victorian era, Mabel's popularity has since waned.

cute

Evokes vintage charm, reminiscent of sweet, lovable characters in classic literature.

unique

This moniker hails from vintage charm, rarely bestowed upon our canine companions.

Dog names like Mabel:

Maisie

Pearl

Mavis

Song Thrush

Millie

Diminutive Form Of Mildred Or Millicent

Missy

Bee

Molly

Of The Sea Or Bitter

Mamie

Mother

Comments (3)

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Nancy (Maryland, United States)

Had A Black Lab named Mabel, at 1st meeting and hearing the name, LAUGHS, People loved it
April 26, 2024

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Romerito (Buenos Aires, Argentina)

I named my dog mabel because I find it very funny. like the name gladis, marta, olga, etc. xd. it's a dachshund
September 02, 2022 ◆ Translated

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Olivia (England, United Kingdom)

Love the name my dogs name is mabel and she is a Labrador ❤️
July 28, 2022

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