Mavel

Mavel is a girl baby name. Ranked #49,685 in the US, popular nicknames include Mav, May, and Mavie.

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Girl Name #49,685 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Mavel is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Mavel often also consider Shakyiah, Aylenne, Gleny .

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Historical Record

Mavel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.

Over 22 babies have been named Mavel in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Mavel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #49,685 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#49,685
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#49,685
Total SSA Count
5

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Mav May Mavie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mavel

Is Mavel a boy or girl name?
Mavel is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Mavel?
Mavel is currently ranked #49685 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mavel?
Common nicknames for Mavel include Mav, May, and Mavie.
Is Mavel a common or rare name?
Mavel is an uncommon name, ranked #49685 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Mavel?
Mavel pairs well with Shakyiah, Aylenne, Gleny, Jenavive in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Mavel?
Related spellings include Maven, Maverick, Mavery.

About the Name Mavel

Mavel is a girl name .

Mavel is currently ranked #49,685 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Mavel include Mav, May, and Mavie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Mavel include Maven, Maverick, Mavery . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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