Maeve

Rank 104th Girl Name

In 2022, the name Maeve was 104th most popular baby name for girls and 259th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 2,659 babies were named Maeve in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 1,264 babies in the United States were named Maeve. In a classroom of 30 students, there is approximately a 2.3% chance that another student would have the same name. Today, the average age of someone named Maeve is around 9 to 11 years old.

The name "Maeve" is well know, but not overly common.

The most common nickname for Maeve is .

Maeve Meaning & Origin

Maeve is an Irish name meaning "she who intoxicates," suggesting charm, allure, and radiant personality.

The name Maeve is described as mystical, headstrong and wise.

Pronunciation

Maeve is pronounced meyv in English. The name Maeve has 5 letters and 1 or 3 syllables, depending on pronunciation.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Maeve

The character Queen Maeve is a prominent figure in Irish mythology, known for her fierce warrior skills. This mythical queen has also been depicted in various modern pop culture contexts such as literature, television series, and comic books.

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