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Mael vs Jon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mael

Boy #1,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prince, chief"

Origin: Breton Celtic

Cultural Roots

Breton French Welsh Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,060
Total SSA Count
206
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Jon

Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian Welsh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#893
Total SSA Count
265
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mael Rank #1,060
Jon Rank #893

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 vs #1060 for Mael.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mael or Jon more popular?

Jon is more popular, ranked #893 compared to Mael at #1060 in the United States.

What do Mael and Jon mean?

Mael means "prince, chief" (Breton Celtic origin). Jon means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mael and Jon boy or girl names?

Mael is primarily a boy name. Jon is primarily a boy name.

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