Maelys

“Chief” — Associated with strength

France origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5875US 2023

21Births / yr

↑Rising

118All-time births

📅 Since 200800

What does Maelys mean and where does it come from?

Maelys is a name of Breton origin, gaining traction in France since the late 20th century. It is commonly associated with strength, leadership, and prosperity. As a unisex name, it is sometimes given to boys as well. The variant 'Maëlys' incorporates diacritical marks typical in French, adding compl

Cultural significance

Maelys has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of chief.

Peak popularity

Reached #6948 in 2019 — currently #5875 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maelys?

Maelys works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Maelys Grace

How popular is Maelys right now?

Rising fast — up 493 spots — currently #5875 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#5875 · Top 4.3%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5875	21	▲ up 493 · +11% births
2022	#6368	19	▲ up 1506 · +36% births
2021	#7874	14	▲ up 911 · +17% births
2020	#8785	12	▲ up 87 · -8% births
2015	#8872	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maelys

Best Year2023Rank #5875

Peak Count21

Average Rank#7555

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Maelys

Maelys is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2008. With 118 total births recorded, Maelys remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8872 in 2015 to #5875 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maelys in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

Maelys by decade

Maelys peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	12
2010s ★	94
2020s	12

💎Maelys has only 118 total recorded births since 2008 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maelys?

Common

MaeMaieMay

What names sound and feel like Maelys?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Maelys also consider these

Madelys

French · A variant of

English · A meaningful name

Naelys

English · A meaningful name

Maelyn

USA · a combination of

Marlys

English · of the sea;

Jaelys

American · Combination of 'Jay'

Common questions about the name Maelys

What does the name Maelys mean?

Maelys means "Chief" — a name rooted in France tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Maelys?

Maelys is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Maelys have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Maelys?

Maelys originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Maelys trending right now?

Maelys is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Maelys a common or rare name?

Maelys is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.