Maeva

“welcome”

French origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1288US 2023

178Births / yr

↑Rising

680All-time births

📅 Since 194000.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Maeva

MAH·AY·vuh

/ˈmɑ.ˈeɪ.və/ · stress on MAH · 3 syllables

“welcome”

French origin · Girl name

What does Maeva mean and where does it come from?

Maeva is a name with origins in both French and Polynesian cultures. In French, it means 'welcome' and is often used as a greeting. In Polynesian context, it suggests a celestial or heavenly origin. The name has gained popularity in various countries, especially in France and Tahiti. Notably, it has

Cultural significance

Maeva has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in French-speaking communities, where it reflects values of welcome.

Peak popularity

Reached #2007 in 2020 — currently #1288 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maeva?

Maeva works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Maeva Grace

How popular is Maeva right now?

Rising fast — up 318 spots — currently #1288 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1940–2023#1288 · Top 0.95%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1288	178	▲ up 318 · +35% births
2022	#1606	132	▲ up 455 · +42% births
2021	#2061	93	▼ down 54 · +1% births
2020	#2007	92	▲ up 1651 · +119% births
2015	#3658	42	▲ up 3016 · +121% births
2010	#6674	19	▲ up 2877 · +73% births
2005	#9551	11	▲ up 148 · +38% births
1995	#9699	8	▼ down 6963 · -27% births
1940	#2736	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maeva

Best Year2023Rank #1288

Peak Count178

Average Rank#4364

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1940 - 20239 years

The story of Maeva

Maeva entered American naming records in 1940 and has been in use for over 84 years. With 680 total births recorded, Maeva remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2736 in 1940 to #1288 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maeva in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Maeva by decade

Maeva peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	16
1990s	8
2000s	126
2010s ★	438
2020s	92

💎Maeva has only 680 total recorded births since 1940 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maeva?

Common

MaeMaevMaevieMaevy

Famous people named Maeva

Maeva (medieval French noble)

Maeva held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.

Maeva (French author)

Maeva immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.

Maeva (French monarch)

Maeva bore this name in the French royal court, spreading its aristocratic prestige across Europe.

Maeva (French philosopher)

Maeva carried this name in the Enlightenment tradition that shaped modern Western thought.

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Maeda

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Maesa

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Australia · gift of the

English · A meaningful name

Marva

American · from the Hebrew

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Common questions about the name Maeva

What does the name Maeva mean?

Maeva means "welcome" — a name rooted in French tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Maeva?

Maeva is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Maeva have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Maeva?

Maeva originates from French tradition. French names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Maeva?

Maeva is a three-syllable name pronounced M AA1 EY1 V AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Maeva?

Maeva pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar French heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.