Maive

“she who intoxicates”

Ireland origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10050US 2023

10Births / yr

↓Falling

38All-time births

📅 Since 200600

How to pronounce Maive

MEYE·VEE

/ˈmaɪ.ˈviː/ · stress on MEYE · 2 syllables

“she who intoxicates”

Ireland origin · Girl name

What does Maive mean and where does it come from?

Maive is an Anglicized version of the Irish name Maev or Medb, who was a queen of Connacht in Irish mythology, known for her prowess in battle and her captivating charm. The earliest usage of the name dates back to ancient Irish legends. Maive remains popular in Ireland and diaspora communities and

Cultural significance

Maive has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ireland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of she who intoxicates.

Peak popularity

Reached #9333 in 2020 — currently #10050 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maive?

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

Maive Grace

How popular is Maive right now?

Falling — down 2882 spots — currently #10050 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#10050 · Top 7.4%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10050	10	▼ down 2882 · -37% births
2022	#7168	16	▲ up 2154 · +45% births
2021	#9322	11	▲ up 11
2020	#9333	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maive

Best Year2022Rank #7168

Peak Count16

Average Rank#8968

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Maive

Maive is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2006. With 38 total births recorded, Maive remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9333 in 2020, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10050 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maive in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Maive by decade

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

Decade	Births
2000s	11
2010s ★	16
2020s	11

💎Maive has only 38 total recorded births since 2006 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maive?

Common

MaiMaivMaivieMaivy

What names sound and feel like Maive?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Maive also consider these

Maise

Ireland · Pearl

Maeve

Ireland · Intoxicating.

Ireland · pleasant, delightful

Waive

American · to relinquish or

Daive

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Mauve

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Maive

What does the name Maive mean?

Maive means "she who intoxicates" — a name rooted in Ireland 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 Maive?

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

What is the cultural origin of Maive?

Maive originates from Ireland tradition. Ireland 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 Maive?

Maive is a two-syllable name pronounced M AY1 V IY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Maive trending right now?

Maive is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.