"worthy of love"
Mabry
Pronunciation: [ m-AB-er-ee ]
A vintage English name meaning lovable, with modern edge
Meaning & Origin
The Story of Mabry
Mabry is derived from Mabel or Amabel, from the Latin 'amabilis' meaning 'lovable' or 'beloved.' Amabel was a medieval English name that spawned Mabel (a common contraction) and several surname forms including Mabry and Mabrey. The name nearly disappeared by the 20th century but is being rediscovered by parents seeking distinctive vintage alternatives to the now-popular Mabel.
Mabry is emerging as an alternative to Mabel as that name has surged in popularity. Parents drawn to Mabel's vintage charm but wanting something less common are discovering Mabry, which offers the same heritage with added uniqueness.
Mabry is associated with Southern American naming traditions, where English surname-names and vintage given names have a long history of use. Meadowbrook Farm in Virginia, also called Mabry Mill, is a beloved Blue Ridge Parkway landmark.
Fun Facts
- Mabel was the 7th most popular girl's name in the US in 1885 and virtually disappeared by 1970
- Mabry Mill on the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia is one of the most photographed spots in America
- Amabilis, the Latin root, was used as a given name in early Christian communities
Mabry in Other Languages
Famous People Named Mabry
Mabry Mill
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Historic grist mill on the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia, one of the most photographed spots in the American South, bui...
Historic grist mill on the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia, one of the most photographed spots in the American South, built by Ed Mabry in the early 1900s
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,875
- Total SSA Count
- 58
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Pairs Well With
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Also a Boy Name
Mabry is also used as a boy name, ranked #23338.
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About the Name Mabry
Mabry is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "worthy of love" in Latin .
Is Mabry a boy or girl name? Mabry is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,875 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #23,338. Mabry is more commonly used as a girl name.
Mabry is currently ranked #2,875 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Mabry has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-AB-er-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Mabry include May, Mabs, and Bry. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.