Mael
Mael is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Chief or prince.
Origin and history
Mael is a name of Breton Celtic origin that translates to chief or prince. It has long been popular in France and French-speaking regions and has seen recent rising interest in the United States. Its soft, two-syllable sound gives it a modern yet classic feel.
Popularity in the United States
1,353 babies in the United States have been named Mael since 1880. It ranks #3357 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1089.
States where it is most popular
- TX (24.8 %)
- CA (22.4 %)
- NY (13 %)
- FL (9.5 %)
- GA (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 64 |
| 2010-2019 | 308 |
| 2020-2029 | 981 |
Fun facts
- The name stems from the ancient Breton word for chieftain or lord.
- Spelled Maël, it has consistently been one of the top modern boy names in France.