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Maelys

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Pronounced may-LEES /meɪˈlis/Medium

Meaning: From Breton/French Maelys — from mael, 'chief, prince', with a feminine ending; linked to St MaëlMedium

In 30 seconds: Princely and chic: Maelys is the French/Breton 'chief, prince' — feminine and elegant. Soft, modern, and distinctive.
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Origin MediumBreton, French
MeaningFrom Breton/French Maelys — from mael, 'chief, prince', with a feminine ending; linked to St Maël
U.S. rank (2024)#4519 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births31 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 203

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202420082024

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

Maelys comes from Breton and French Maelys — from mael, 'chief, prince', with a feminine ending (linked to St Maël). A chic, elegant name, very popular in France; it's said 'may-LEES'.

In the U.S. it appears in French families. Rare, princely at the root, and chic.

Did you know? Maelys comes from Breton mael, 'chief, prince' (St Maël was a Breton saint) — a chic, elegant French name, hugely popular in France.
Overall data confidence 75%
Behind the Name — Maelys — etymology

Variations

MaëlysMaelisMael

Nicknames

Mae

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Maelys mean?

Maelys is Breton/French, from mael — 'chief, prince', with a feminine ending.

How do you pronounce Maelys?

It's said may-LEES /meɪˈlis/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Maelys a boy or girl name?

Maelys is a girl's name.

How popular is Maelys?

Maelys is a rare name in the U.S., popular in France.

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