Maela

Maela, often also spelled as Maëla, is the feminine form of the Breton first name Mael. This derives from the Celtic term mael, which means 'prince', and can thus be interpreted as 'the princess'.

What does the name Maela mean?

The meaning of the name Maela, also known as Maëla, is the feminine variant of the Breton name Mael. Its origin lies in the Celtic word mael, which means 'prince', which is why Maela is also referred to as 'the princess'. This girl's name is especially widespread in France. Variants of Maela include Maelie, Maelis, Maelise, Maella, Maelle, Maellie, Maelly, Maely, Maelyne, and Maelys.

Where does the name Maela come from?

The etymology of Maela is Celtic, and the name means 'the princess'. The Celtic composition comes from the word mael, which means 'prince'. The languages in which this name is prevalent are Breton and French.

How do you pronounce Maela?

The sound and pronunciation of Maela: The name Maela is three syllables and sounds open. In German pronunciation, it is usually rendered as 'Ma-e-la' [maˈeːla] or [ˈmaːela], where two open vowels merge into a wide sound image. The bright ending '-ela' gives the name a melodic touch. Thus, Maela appears soft and harmonious – warm, friendly, and with a natural lightness.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Maela enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 1,254th on the list of the most common female baby names. In the last ten years, Maela has been chosen as a first name about 80 times, placing it 2,749th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 3,065th. The global popularity and frequency of Maela are reflected in the rankings in the name charts of various countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Ela / Mae

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