Girl name · Irish
Maeve
“she who intoxicates”
Vibes
Common nicknames
Short-forms and diminutives parents often use for Maeve.
Explore Maeve further
Similar-feel alternatives, or middle-name candidates that pair well with Maeve — both ranked by the same scoring system (vibe overlap, syllable rhythm, origin compatibility).
About the name
Maeve is Irish — Medb, "she who intoxicates" — the warrior queen of Connacht who started a war over a bull and answered to no one: the Táin's magnificent antagonist.
Maeve has surged into the American top 100 — the Irish revival's sharpest single syllable (and Westworld's most self-liberated host).
One heady syllable. It pairs well with longer middles (Maeve Evangeline, Maeve Josephine). On our vibe map it is Mythological queen-tier with Dark Academia edge and Modern Minimalist economy — intoxication, quality-controlled.
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Maeve sits in our Irish set — these share its roots.
All Irish names →Maeve — common questions
Is Maeve a boy or girl name?
Maeve is traditionally a girl name of Irish origin. It ranked #76 among US girls' names in 2025.
What does the name Maeve mean?
Maeve means “she who intoxicates” of Irish origin. Maeve is Irish — Medb, "she who intoxicates" — the warrior queen of Connacht who started a war over a bull and answered to no one: the Táin's magnificent antagonist.
Where does the name Maeve come from?
Maeve is Irish in origin. Maeve has surged into the American top 100 — the Irish revival's sharpest single syllable (and Westworld's most self-liberated host).
What are common nicknames for Maeve?
Mae, Mavy, and Meve — the short-forms parents most often use for Maeve.
How popular is Maeve?
Maeve ranked #76 in US Social Security Administration data for 2025, which puts it solidly in everyday use.
Bring the name into the room
A couple of nice things named Maeve you might want for the nursery.