Maël
Origin:French
Meaning:Chief, prince; Bald; Monk
"Baby will rule your heart from day one, so why not make it official with a name worthy of a monarch? Meet Maël, a French form of Breton Mael, meaning ""chief"" or ""prince,"" that's beloved by parents in various European countries, including France, Belgium, and Switzerland. Dating even further back, this masculine name derives from Irish máel, meaning ""bald"" or ""monk."" Perhaps this signifies baby's smooth journey as they grow into their crown and claim their throne! Nowadays, Maël is a trendy choice in Ireland and Wales and among Switzerland's many French speakers."
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Behind the Name, Maël, January 2022
WordSense Dictionary, Máel
WordSense Dictionary, máel
Swiss Confederation, Federal Statistical Office, First names of newborns
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