Mael vs Gerald

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 #1,168 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rule of the spear, spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

English Irish American

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Mael Rank #1,060

Gerald Rank #1,168

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Is Mael or Gerald more popular?

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Mael and Gerald mean?

Mael means "prince, chief" (Breton Celtic origin). Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Mael and Gerald boy or girl names?

Mael is primarily a boy name. Gerald is primarily a boy name.