Kellan vs Mael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kellan

Boy #919 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"slender, bright-headed"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #1,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"prince, chief"

Origin: Breton Celtic

Breton French Welsh Irish

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Kellan Rank #919

Mael Rank #1,060

Kellan is more popular, ranked #919 vs #1060 for Mael.

Is Kellan or Mael more popular?

Kellan is more popular, ranked #919 compared to Mael at #1060 in the United States.

What do Kellan and Mael mean?

Kellan means "slender, bright-headed" (Irish Gaelic origin). Mael means "prince, chief" (Breton Celtic origin).

Are Kellan and Mael boy or girl names?

Kellan is primarily a boy name. Mael is primarily a boy name.