Maelle

Maelle (also Maëlle) is a feminine first name that is derived from the Breton name Mael and means 'the princess'. This derivation comes from the Celtic word mael, which means 'prince'. Maelle is particularly popular in France as a girl's name.

What does the name Maelle mean?

The name Maelle (also Maëlle) is the feminine form of the Breton name Mael and stands for 'the princess', derived from the Celtic term mael, meaning 'prince'. In France, Maelle is a widely used and cherished name for girls. Among the well-known bearers are French singer Maëlle Pistoia and former Canadian snowboarder Maëlle Ricker. Variants of Maelle include Maela, Maelie, Maelis, Maelise, Maella, Maellie, Maelly, Maely, Maelyne, and Maelys.

Where does the name Maelle come from?

The name Maelle has Celtic roots and means 'the princess'. The etymology derives from the Celtic mael, which means 'prince'. The languages from which the name originates are Breton and French.

How do you pronounce Maelle?

The pronunciation of Maelle is soft and varies between two and three syllables. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Ma-elle' [maˈɛlə], while the French pronunciation also has an influence. It begins with an open A sound that conveys a warm tone. The bright E in the stressed syllable gives the sound lightness, while the double L provides a gentle finish. This makes Maelle elegant and feminine - harmonious, modern, and sonically balanced.

Popularity

In Germany, Maelle is a very sought-after first name. Currently, it ranks 1,630th among the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2006, reaching 426th place. Over the last ten years, Maelle has been chosen about 270 times as a first name, placing it 1,329th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 1,435th. Worldwide, Maelle also appears in the name charts of numerous countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Mae / Malli / Mel / Melli / Mäle

Similar first names

Famous people

• Maëlle Danica Ricker (snowboarder)
• Maëlle Pistoia (French singer)