Wren vs Mael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wren

Boy #1,027 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"small songbird"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"prince, chief"

Origin: Breton Celtic

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Wren Rank #1,027

Mael Rank #1,060

Wren is more popular, ranked #1027 vs #1060 for Mael.

Is Wren or Mael more popular?

Wren is more popular, ranked #1027 compared to Mael at #1060 in the United States.

What do Wren and Mael mean?

Wren means "small songbird" (Old English origin). Mael means "prince, chief" (Breton Celtic origin).

Are Wren and Mael boy or girl names?

Wren is primarily a boy name. Mael is primarily a boy name.