Maël
Meaning & Origin
Maël is a Breton name meaning “prince” or “chief,” coming from the Celtic languages of Brittany in northwestern France. It’s associated with several early Breton saints.
Popularity
Maël has become one of the most fashionable boy names in France, especially popular in Brittany and among parents drawn to distinctive Celtic-French names.
Nicknames & Variations
Variations include Mael (without the accent) and the feminine form Maëlle. It’s sometimes paired in compound names like Maël-Anne.
Quick Facts
- Gender: Boy
- Origin: Breton / Celtic
- Meaning: Prince, chief
- Pronunciation: mah-EL
