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Percy vs Mael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Percy

Boy #1,256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Percy (Norman place name)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,256
Total SSA Count
157
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

Percy Rank #1,256
Mael Rank #1,060

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 vs #1256 for Percy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Percy or Mael more popular?

Mael is more popular, ranked #1060 compared to Percy at #1256 in the United States.

What do Percy and Mael mean?

Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin). Mael means "prince, chief" (Breton Celtic origin).

Are Percy and Mael boy or girl names?

Percy is primarily a boy name. Mael is primarily a boy name.

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