Maeve: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
An Irish queen's name meaning she who intoxicates, spirited and captivating.
- Origin
- Irish
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #68
- Peak
- #68 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Maeve Means
Maeve is a girl name of Irish origin. An Irish queen's name meaning she who intoxicates, spirited and captivating.
How Popular Maeve Is
Maeve currently ranks #68 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #68 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Maeve
- Queen Maeve of Connacht is one of the most powerful figures in Irish mythology.
- Maeve Binchy was one of Ireland's most beloved novelists.
- Maeve from Westworld gave the name a futuristic edge.
Names Like Maeve
Other Irish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Maeve
Irish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Maeve.
Questions About Maeve
What does Maeve mean?
Maeve is a girl name of Irish origin. An Irish queen's name meaning she who intoxicates, spirited and captivating.
How popular is Maeve?
Maeve currently ranks #68 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #68 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Maeve come from?
Maeve comes from Irish roots. Queen Maeve of Connacht is one of the most powerful figures in Irish mythology.
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