Maëlys is a French feminine name of Breton origin. It is the feminine form of the name Maël, meaning "chief" or "prince". The name Maël was popularized by a fifth-century Breton saint Maël. The name is popular in France, where it has ranked high in names given to baby girls during a number of years. Maëlle, another feminine form of the name Maël, is also popular in France and has ranked high as a girl's name.[1]

Maëlys
PronunciationFrench pronunciation: [ma.ɛˈlis]
Genderfemale
Origin
Word/nameBreton
Meaning"chief, prince"
Region of originFrance
Other names
Related namesMaël, Maëlle

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