Christabel
Meaning of Christabel
The name Christabel is a charming and elegant choice for baby girls, with its roots deeply embedded in English literature and history. Pronounced as kris-TAY-buhl (/krɪsˈteɪbl/), this name combines the elements "Christ" and "belle," meaning "beautiful" in French, effectively translating to "beautiful Christian." The name gained prominence through Samuel Taylor Coleridge's unfinished poem "Christabel," which adds a touch of poetic allure to it. A notable variation of the name is Christabelle, offering a slightly different but equally graceful twist. Despite its rich literary background, Christabel remains relatively rare in the United States, with only a handful of occurrences each year. For instance, in 2023, it ranked 7207th with 15 newborns given this name. Its rarity makes it an appealing option for parents seeking a unique yet timeless name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as kris-TAY-buhl (/krɪsˈteɪbl/)
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Notable People Named Christabel
| Dame Christabel Harriette Pankhurst was a British suffragette and co-founder of the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU) known for her militant actions and later work as an evangelist in the United States. |
| Christabel Mary Bielenberg, a British writer married to German lawyer Peter Bielenberg, chronicled her experiences in Germany during World War II in her books The Past is Myself and The Road Ahead. |
| Christabel Elizabeth Robinson, born in 1898 in New Zealand, was a prominent teacher, vocational guidance counselor, and community worker. |
