Mael
mael
US Popularity:2050
Origin:Welsh
Meaning:Chief; Prince; Hero; Servant of, devoted to
As your little one blooms and grows, so will their love of their name, home language, and rich heritage. Why not make your first contribution to their journey with the beautiful boy's name, Mael? Despite its one-syllable status, it packs a serious punch in the meaning department, translating to "chief" or "prince" in Welsh and French. It also has Irish roots, where the word mael can translate to either “hero,” as well as “servant of” or “devoted to.” Mael also has links to Máel-Sechnaill, a high-king of Ireland. Once popular in Ireland and Wales, it's now primarily a French name.
How Popular Is The Name Mael?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Mael is currently #2360 on The Bump
Boy:Mael is currently #1325 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Mael is currently #2050 in U.S. births
Boy:Mael is currently #979 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#979
in 2023
+ 232
from 2022
Sources
WordSense, mael
WordSense, Máel
Dictionary of Irish Biography, Máel-Sechnaill (Máel-sechlainn II; Malachy Mór) October 2009
Library Ireland, The 'Muls' and 'Gils': Some Irish Surnames
Behind the Name, Maël, January 2022
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