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Charbel

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Charbel Pronunciation

Charbel is pronounced SHAR-bel /ˈʃɑr.bɛl/Medium

Meaning: From Aramaic/Syriac, glossed 'story/story of God' — borne by St. Charbel, the beloved Lebanese saintLow

In 30 seconds: A beloved saint's name: Charbel honors St. Charbel, the revered Lebanese monk and miracle-worker — glossed 'story of God'. Devout, warm, and storied.

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Origin MediumAramaic, Syriac

MeaningFrom Aramaic/Syriac, glossed 'story/story of God' — borne by St. Charbel, the beloved Lebanese saint

U.S. rank (2024)#4079 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births26 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 666

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Charbel comes from Aramaic/Syriac, often glossed 'story of God' (the precise root is debated, which we note). It's forever linked to St. Charbel Makhlouf (1828–1898), the beloved Lebanese monk and miracle-worker.

In the U.S. it appears in Lebanese families. Rare, story-of-God at the (traditional) root, and devout.

Did you know? St. Charbel Makhlouf, a 19th-century Lebanese monk, is one of the most venerated saints in the Maronite Church — his name is cherished across Lebanon.

Overall data confidence 70%

References — St. Charbel — root debated

Variations

SharbelCharbal

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

★St. Charbel Makhlouf (1828–1898)
Revered Lebanese Maronite saint.

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Charbel?

Charbel is pronounced SHAR-bel (/ˈʃɑr.bɛl/). Press play above to hear Charbel said aloud.

How do you say Charbel?

Charbel is said SHAR-bel (/ˈʃɑr.bɛl/). Press play above to hear Charbel said aloud.

What does the name Charbel mean?

Charbel is glossed 'story of God' and honors St. Charbel, the Lebanese saint; the root is debated, so we note it.

Is Charbel a boy or girl name?

Charbel is a boy's name.

How popular is Charbel?

Charbel is a rare name in the U.S.