Maelie

At a Glance: Name: Maelie – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: MAY-lee

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Maelie is pronounced MAY-lee, and while it's often explained as a blend of 'Mae' and '-lie' meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved,' that story doesn't check out — no reliable source backs either meaning. Its actual origin isn't clearly documented, which fits it being more of a modern coinage than a name with deep roots. It's given to girls and has a global, well-traveled feel to it.

Meaning & Origin of Maelie

A common claim: Often claimed to be a blend of 'Mae' and '-lie', variously glossed as 'bitter' or 'beloved' Actually: There's no reliable evidence that this name is a blend of 'Mae' and '-lie,' or that it means 'bitter' or 'beloved.'

How to Pronounce Maelie

Phonetic: MAY-lee   IPA: /ˈmeɪli/

Popularity of Maelie

In Social Security data spanning 2004 to 2024, Maelie's high point came in 2024, when it ranked #2569 with 69 babies given the name.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 2004–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Maelie mean?

Often claimed to be a blend of ‘Mae’ and ‘-lie’, variously glossed as ‘bitter’ or ‘beloved’ There’s no reliable evidence that this name is a blend of ‘Mae’ and ‘-lie,’ or that it means ‘bitter’ or ‘beloved.’

How do you pronounce Maelie?

Maelie is pronounced MAY-lee (IPA: /ˈmeɪli/).

Is Maelie a popular name right now?

Maelie is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #2569 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2004–2024.)

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