Maeven

Q: What is the origin of Maeven?

Maeven is of Irish origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Maeven a girl name?

Maeven is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Intoxicating"

Maeven is a modern variant related to Maeve, from Irish tradition, often glossed as intoxicating, with usage influenced by literary associations.

Themes:irishvariantmythicfeminine

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Popularity History of Maeven

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#3608Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Maeven did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Maeven Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Maeven.

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maey

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maev

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mie

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even

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veny

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Maeven mean?

Maeven means "Intoxicating". Maeven is a modern variant related to Maeve, from Irish tradition, often glossed as intoxicating, with usage influenced

What is the origin of Maeven?

Maeven is of Irish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Maeven?

According to the latest SSA data, Maeven is currently ranked #3608 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Maeven a girl name?

Maeven is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Maeven?

Popular nicknames for Maeven include maey, maev, mie, my, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Maeven?

There are many names similar to Maeven in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginIrish

Syllables2

Length6 letters

US Rank#3608

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aedan Aven Adian Aeden Ayven

Sisters

Ashlynn Arline Arleen Allene Alannah

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