Skip to main content
Back to all names
GirlFrench

Maela

may-LAH

Popularity

#2542

rising

Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

French

Total Births

391

Peak Year

#70 in 2024

First Recorded

2002

Style

Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A gentle and melodic name with debated origins, possibly French or Breton (a Celtic language). It can be associated with grace or royalty, and is sometimes linked to Mary.

Nickname Watch

Kids pick up nicknames whether parents plan for it or not. Make sure you like the short forms too.

Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Nicknames

Spelling Variations

Similar Names

Personality Traits

GentleGracefulSweetElegant

Want to explore Maela further?

Get personalized name suggestions or dive deep into the cultural history of Maela.

More Names to Explore

View all