Maël
mah-EL
Boy · Celtic
Meaning: Prince, chieftain, of the noble
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Maelle
Girl · Celtic · Medium name
- Meaning
- Princess, chieftain
- Pronunciation
- mah-YEL
- Origin
- Celtic
- Popularity
- Rare in France (2023)
From Breton meaning princess or chieftain.
Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023
UniqueInternationalSoft and gentle
Languages in use: Breton, French
Commonly used in: France, Western Europe
Alternate spellings
MaëlleBreton / French
Breton spelling with a diaeresis.
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Full profileSources for this record
Behind the Name, Breton Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.
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