The Countess of Maine was a title in the medieval nobility of France, specifically associated with the region of Maine. This title was often held by the wife of the Count of Maine, a noble who governed the area. The title was significant during the feudal period, reflecting the social and political structures of the time. The title of Countess of Maine became less prominent after the French Revolution, which led to the decline of feudal titles and the restructuring of French society. Today, the historical significance of the title is mainly of interest to historians studying the nobility and feudalism in France.