The etymology of the Spanish word 'maje' is uncertain. It is commonly used as slang in Central American countries, particularly in El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica, where it serves as an informal way to address someone, similar to 'dude' or 'man' in English.

Due to the uncertain etymology of 'maje', there are no clearly related simpler Spanish words that can be identified with confidence.

There are no known etymologically related English words to 'maje', as its origins are unclear and appear to be specific to Central American Spanish slang.