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Mayele
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Mayele is a masculine first name that has its origin in West Africa. Translated, it means 'the Intelligent'.
What does the name Mayele mean?
The name Mayele comes from the Bantu language Lingala and is derived from the word 'mayele', which means 'intelligent'.
Where does the name Mayele come from?
Mayele is a masculine first name of Bantu origin and carries the meaning 'the Intelligent'. The word 'mayele' comes from the Lingala language and means intelligent. It belongs to African, Angolan, and West African names.
How do you pronounce Mayele?
Ma-je-le
Popularity
In Germany, Mayele is a rare first name. In 2015, it ranked 3,972nd on the list of the most common male baby names. In the last ten years, it has been given as a first name less than 10 times, placing it 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 9,767th. For worldwide popularity and frequency of Mayele, you can find the rankings in the baby name charts of various countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Mayel
Frequently asked questions about the name Mayele
What does the name Mayele mean?
The name Mayele comes from the Bantu language Lingala and means 'intelligent'.
Where does the name Mayele come from?
Mayele has a Bantu origin and is particularly common in Angola and West Africa.
How popular is the name Mayele?
The name Mayele is known in certain African regions but has a lower prevalence outside of Africa.