Mael
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- Mael
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Mael, often also spelled Maël, is a first name of Breton origin, derived from the Celtic term mael, which can be translated as "the prince." The name is particularly widespread in France and enjoys great popularity there.
What does the name Mael mean?
The name Mael, which is occasionally spelled Maël, has its roots in Breton and means "the prince," based on the Celtic word mael. In France, Mael is a common first name. Female variants of the name are Maela and Maelle.
Where does the name Mael come from?
The name Mael is of Celtic origin and means "the prince." The Celtic word mael stands for prince. The languages in which the name appears are Breton and French.
How do you pronounce Mael?
The pronunciation of Mael is either one syllable with an elongated sound or two syllables with a slight separation. In German, the name is usually pronounced as "Ma-el" [ˈmaːɛl], starting with a long A sound that conveys openness. The following e provides a gentle transition, while the final l softens the name. Mael radiates a fine, modern elegance and has a calm presence.
Popularity
In Germany, Mael is among the more sought-after first names. The name currently ranks 230th on the list of the most common male first names. In the last ten years, Mael has been given around 1,600 times, placing it 393rd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 417th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ma / Malelie / Mali / Malle / Mehl / Melly / Mäle / Mäller
Similar first names
Famous people
- Mael Brigte Ua Herurain (Bishop from Ireland)
- Mael Dalla-Zuanna (Model)
- Mael Duin von Cennrigmonaid (Bishop from America)
- Mael Iosa Ua Dalaigh (Irish writer)
- Mael Isa O Raghallaigh (Musician from Ireland)
- Mael Isa Ua Mailgiric (Poet from Ireland)
- Mael Isu 01 von Cennrigmonaid (Bishop)
- Mael Isu 02 von Cennrigmonaid (Bishop)
- Mael Isu Mac In Baird (Irish Bishop)
- Mael Isu Ua Brolchain (Irish Poet)
- Mael Kaudre (Football player)
- Mael Lebrun (French basketball player)
- Mael Lepicier (Congolese football player)
- Mael Muire O Connaig (Bishop from Ireland)
- Mael Muire O Lachtain (Irish Bishop)
- Mael Muire Othain (Irish Poet)
- Mael Muire von Cennrigmonaid (Bishop)
- Mael Patraic Ua Scannail (Bishop from America)
- Mael Sechlainn Mac Carmaic (Irish musician)
- Mael Sechlainn O Domhnallain (Irish Poet)
Frequently asked questions about the name Mael
What does the name Mael mean?
The name Mael comes from Breton and means 'the prince,' derived from the Celtic word mael.
Where does the name Mael come from?
Mael has Celtic roots and is common in the Breton and French languages.
How popular is the name Mael?
In France, Mael is a common first name that has gained popularity in recent years.