Maës

Maës is a rare given name, primarily found in certain regions of France, particularly Brittany. It is believed to be a Breton form of the biblical name Matthew, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Mattityahu. The name Matthew means 'gift of God' or 'gift of Yahweh'. While Matthew has been widely popular across Christian cultures for centuries, its Breton variant Maës has remained more localized and less common.

The name's usage in Brittany likely stems from the region's strong cultural and linguistic identity, where local forms of common names often developed. Its rarity suggests it has not seen widespread adoption beyond its traditional geographical and cultural boundaries, maintaining its unique character.