Mael vs Cain

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mael

Boy #1,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"prince, chief"

Origin: Breton Celtic

Breton French Welsh Irish

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Boy #979 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"acquired, possessed"

Origin: Hebrew

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Mael Rank #1,060

Cain Rank #979

Cain is more popular, ranked #979 vs #1060 for Mael.

Is Mael or Cain more popular?

Cain is more popular, ranked #979 compared to Mael at #1060 in the United States.

What do Mael and Cain mean?

Mael means "prince, chief" (Breton Celtic origin). Cain means "acquired, possessed" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mael and Cain boy or girl names?

Mael is primarily a boy name. Cain is primarily a boy name.