Maelys
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- Name
- Maelys
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- Girl name
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The French name Maelys (also known as Maëlys and Maélys) is one of the many feminine variants of the Breton name Mael. It has its roots in the Celtic mael, which means 'prince', and gives the girl's name Maelys the meaning 'the princess'.
What does the name Maelys mean?
Maelys is a feminine form of the Breton name Mael and means 'the princess', derived from the Celtic term mael for 'prince'. The name is very popular and widely used in France. A prominent bearer of this name is the Dutch actress Maélys Morel. Similar variants include Maela, Maelie, Maelis, Maelise, Maella, Maelle, Maellie, Maelly, Maely, and Maelyne.
Where does the name Maelys come from?
The feminine first name Maelys has Celtic origins and means 'the princess'. The Celtic
How do you pronounce Maelys?
The pronunciation of Maelys is soft and modern. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'ME-lis' [ˈmeːlɪs] or with a hint of French accent [maeˈlis], with the first syllable stressed. The clear vowel and the gentle '-lys' give the name an elegant and light touch. Maelys thus appears stylish and refined - melodic, feminine, and unique.
Popularity
In Germany, Maelys is a common first name. Currently, it ranks 3,210th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best ranking was in 2006 at 906th place. In the last ten years, Maelys has been given as a first name about 120 times, placing it 2,200th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,469th.
Nicknames & pet names
Lys / Mae / Mae-mae / Maely / Maesie / May
Frequently asked questions about the name Maelys
What is the origin of the name Maelys?
Maelys has Celtic roots and is a feminine form of the Breton name Mael, which means 'prince'.
What does the name Maelys mean?
The name Maelys means 'the princess' and is derived from the Celtic term mael.
How popular is the name Maelys?
Maelys is particularly popular and widely used in France.