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Maelie

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Pronounced MAEHL-ee /ˈmæɛl.i/Low

Meaning: prince, chief (feminine derivative)Low

In 30 seconds: Maelie is a Breton and French name, a feminine derivative tied to the sense of 'prince' or 'chief.' It has a soft, lyrical sound rooted in Brittany.

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Origin LowBreton (French)

Meaningprince, chief (feminine derivative)

U.S. rank (2025)#3555 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births43 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 671

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Drawn from Breton naming, Maelie is the feminine side of a name carrying the meaning 'prince' or 'chief.' Its background sits within the French and Breton tradition, where such names have long been used. The gentle ending gives a regal root a delicate finish.

The two soft syllables give Maelie a flowing, French-sounding charm. It is one of several Breton-derived girls' names that pair a strong meaning with a graceful sound.

Did you know? Maelie is a modern French feminine form of the Breton name Mael, from mael meaning prince or chief, borne by Saint Maël.

Overall data confidence 55%

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Maelie mean?

Maelie means 'prince' or 'chief,' a French feminine form of the Breton name Mael.

How do you pronounce Maelie?

It's commonly said MAEHL-ee /ˈmæɛl.i/.

Is Maelie a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Maelie is used as a girl name.

How popular is Maelie?

In 2024, Maelie ranked #2569 in the U.S. for girls, with 69 births recorded.