"M" Girl Names · Cute · Girl · Irish · Middle Names · Mythology
Maeve
Gender: Girl
Origin: Irish
Meaning: Intoxicating
Popularity: #73
Maeve Meaning and Origin
The name Maeve is a girl’s name meaning “intoxicating” and is of Irish origin. Derived from the Gaelic name “Medb.” In Irish mythology, Queen Maeve was a powerful and fierce warrior queen of Connacht, known for leading her army in battle and for her strong personality. She is often portrayed as ambitious, cunning, and independent, and is considered a symbol of female empowerment. The name Maeve has been growing in popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States, where it has ranked in the top 1,000 names for girls since 2011. It is often spelled various ways, including Maebh, Meabh, and Meave.
Names similar to Maeve:
Posts with the name Maeve:
