The name Fable is of English origin and it means "short story". It is believed to have originated from the Middle French word 'fable', which itself comes from the Latin word 'fabula'. In ancient times, a fable was a short story with animals as characters that could talk and act like humans. These stories were used to teach moral lessons.
The name Fable became popular in English-speaking countries in the late 19th century and early 20th century. It is often associated with the works of Aesop, a famous Greek fabulist who lived around the 6th century BCE. His fables are still widely known today and have been translated into many languages.
In literature, Fable has also been used as a title or character name in several works, such as "Fable" by Neil Gaiman and "The Fable" by Stephen King. This further contributes to the familiarity of the name among readers.
Today, Fable is still considered an unusual but attractive choice for a girl's name. Its unique sound and meaning make it stand out from more common names, while its literary roots give it a certain sophistication. Despite not being very common, it has been used consistently throughout history, making it a name with a long and interesting history.
The name Fable experienced a steady increase in popularity from 2008 to 2023, with the highest number of births recorded in 2023 at 27. The total number of births over this period is 220.