Mael vs Ernest

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mael

Boy #1,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"prince, chief"

Origin: Breton Celtic

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Boy #1,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"serious, determined, vigorous"

Origin: Old High German

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Mael Rank #1,060

Ernest Rank #1,085

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 vs #1085 for Ernest.

Is Mael or Ernest more popular?

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 compared to Ernest at #1085 in the United States.

What do Mael and Ernest mean?

Mael means "prince, chief" (Breton Celtic origin). Ernest means "serious, determined, vigorous" (Old High German origin).

Are Mael and Ernest boy or girl names?

Mael is primarily a boy name. Ernest is primarily a boy name.