NAME PROFILE

Maciel

Derived from the Latin 'Maciellus', meaning slender or lean. This name suggests a person with an elegant presence, agility, and a sharp, focused mind that cuts through complexity with grace.

Key Stats

Total births261
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1987
Peak generationMillennial
First recorded1984
Most recent1994
Syllables3
OriginSpanish, Portuguese, Latin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 50%NY — 50%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%

Notable People

Maciel Santos (Paralympic Gold Medalist) · Francisco Maciel (Professional Tennis Player) · Lucia Maciel (Television and Film Actress) · Leonel Maciel (Renowned Contemporary Painter) · Maciel Lima Barbosa da Cunha (Professional Footballer)

Nicknames & Diminutives

MaciCielMacy

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