Maelo

♂ Boy

Pronounced mah-EH-loh /mɑˈɛ.loʊ/Medium

Meaning: Latino pet form/nickname (commonly for Manuel, 'God is with us', or Ismael, 'God will hear'); routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Warm and Latino: Maelo is an affectionate nickname (often for Manuel or Ismael). Soft, friendly, and bright (musician Maelo).

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Origin LowHebrew, Spanish

MeaningLatino pet form/nickname (commonly for Manuel, 'God is with us', or Ismael, 'God will hear'); routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#4497 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births23 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 28

History & Origin

Maelo is a Latino pet form — commonly a nickname for Manuel, from Hebrew Immanuel, 'God is with us', or Ismael, 'God will hear' (routes layered, which we note). A warm, friendly name (musician Maelo Rivera).

In the U.S. it appears in Latino (especially Puerto Rican) families. Rare, God-is-with-us-or-will-hear at the (likely) root, and warm.

Did you know? Maelo is a beloved Latino nickname — commonly for Manuel ('God is with us') or Ismael ('God will hear') — borne by Puerto Rican music legend Maelo (Ismael Rivera).

Overall data confidence 55%

References — Maelo — routes layered

Variations

ManuelIsmaelMelo

Nicknames

Melo

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Maelo mean?

Maelo is a Latino nickname, often for Manuel ('God is with us') or Ismael ('God will hear'); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Maelo?

It's said mah-EH-loh /mɑˈɛ.loʊ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Maelo a boy or girl name?

Maelo is a boy's name.

How popular is Maelo?

Maelo is a rare name in the U.S.