I don't care much for the meaning, but I must admit, the spelling and pronunciation of the name Maeve are absolutely gorgeous. Mae and Eve would be adorable nicknames.
I picked this name for my daughter in 2018, wanting something unique and easily pronounceable by European family members. Even though it was already on the rise, it's mad to see it's now in the top 100 across just about all the anglophone countries π¬ Its rise reminds me of the global Kevin phenomenon in the 80s/90s. We get lots of compliments on it and haven't (yet) met any other Maeves in school here in the UK, though I predict it's only a matter of time. FWIW the little one loves her name and being named after an ancient Irish battle queen definitely suits her feisty temperament..!
I have a baby cousin with this name, born right when Maeve started taking off (popularity-wise). I have a feeling I'm going to start seeing Maeve a lot more - *especially* if people decide they like Maeve more than, say, Ava.For me, Maeve is off-limits due to said adorable baby cousin, but I do quite like it.
Short, sweet, and usable not only in its native land. It has more personality than delicate, Old Hollywood May/Mae, and feels much more modern than Mavis.
Itβs a pretty name but I really donβt like the meaning.
β Anonymous User 5/26/2022
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This is actually my favorite name, itβs so beautiful. Also Iβm 100% sure this will reach the top 100 in a few years since this name is in the top 100 of every other English-Speaking country.
β Anonymous User 1/23/2022
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I thought it was nice at first but later realized that it looks much nicer than it sounds.There's a scene in the show "Derry Girls" (set in Northern Ireland in the 90s) in which the granddad has a love interest called Maeve. Over dinner the family has a heated discussion and the name Maeve falls many many times which leads the Ukrainian exchange student to ask "why do you keep making that noise?".I like that it has a long history but sound-wise I much prefer May.
Dunno if it's just me, but this name seems to be gaining popularity, and I see it mentioned on baby name sites all the time. It's a decent name in itself, but I'm getting tired of seeing it.
β Anonymous User 10/11/2020
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I thought this was related to Maeva and was pronounced "ma-AYV". Well, it's really pretty.
My name is Maeve. I think it is wonderful and it's hard with new people because they don't know how to pronounce it correctly.
β Anonymous User 3/22/2018
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I see lots of people saying Maeve is a raunchy name. I disagree. I think it is quite a sexy name for women and a sweet one for children. My middle name is Maeve, but it's shortened from Maevis (My Dad's mum who died from Cancer) Fresh and unusual, but not for the non-flowery type.
I once knew someone whose name was spelled Maev (no E at the end). I didn't really care for that spelling - like Anne and Maude, I think it needs an E at the end - but I always thought the sound was really cool.
β Anonymous User 10/11/2016
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I've heard this name has two meanings- intoxication and the bringer of great joy. I like the second meaning better. I love the name, but I want to name my baby a name that means joy and since two different meanings are given for this name. I'm not sure which is the right one. Anyone who understands Irish Gaelic could you tell me which is the right one?
β Anonymous User 8/4/2016
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I love the sound of this name. Maeve is a beautiful, amazing Irish name.
β Anonymous User 9/6/2015
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As you can see my name is Maeve and I have to say, I do like the name. I would not like to see America use the name Maeve more because I don't want it to turn to just another name. And trust me, I've seen enough of that done. Anywayyyy, I do like the Irish origins and am happy to be me, see y'all later.
I'm the opposite of many, I never really liked the sound of the name, it reminds of other unattractive sounding things like mauve and navel. But I love the meaning and history behind it. Also for people needing a one syllable middlename it's much more fresh than Anne or Rose, so I can see why someone else might like it.
For those individuals who keep commenting on the negative aspect of the meaning of Maeve (intoxicating), and the namesakes' history; I want to add that Maeve also means "the cause of great joy". In addition, yes, she was a very powerful queen who did start one bloody battle, but had she been a man, none of the negative comments about her, or her name, would have been mentioned (i.e. Alexander the Great, he conquered many civilizations and I'm certain there was much bloodshed).
I must admit to having a great fondness for this name - it has connotations of sweetness and nubility, and seems very connected to the world of faerie.
I really like Maeve and appreciate its history and such. It does have a very nice, very "Irish" sound, if you will, and it's quite ethereal and really is fairy-like.It reminds me of Mab and Maude as well. I like the meaning of Maeve, too!
I adore this name. I pronounce it the traditional way, MAYV. And being one of the many people who aren't knowledgeable on Irish mythology, I don't connect to anything pagan, sinister, or negative in any way.It's a beautiful name, but in a simplistic way.
I love this name. The interesting meaning and the pagan connotations are exactly what makes it so appealing - I wish there were more names without any Christian associations!
β Anonymous User 3/5/2010
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I'm normally not fond of Irish names, but I do find this name very beautiful. It has a nice ring to it.
I love the name Maeve and don't think it's a pagan name at all. In fact, there was a girl in my church youth group with this name. Everyone, including people named Maeve, should be given the chance to make their own impression, despite whatever connotations others have about the name.Secondly, Maeve was just a character in Irish Mythology. The meaning isn't very great, but who cares? Besides, a name is simply what you call someone. Despite the meaning, I may very well use this name for my future daughter.
β Anonymous User 8/29/2008
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This is one of the few Irish names I actually like because the spelling isn't completely awful.
β Anonymous User 7/17/2008
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I strongly dislike this name. Naming your child Maeve is like child abuse. JK. But still.
When I first saw this name I loved it, especially the meaning. But I thought it was pronounced May-ev, which I like better than Mayv, so now I don't like it as much.
I don't understand the appeal of a name whose namesake organized the death of the hero Cuchulainn. Also, the "intoxicating" meaning puts me off because it seems somewhat raunchy.
β Anonymous User 6/9/2005
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