Mavi

“blue” — Associated with tranquility and peace in Turkish culture

Turkish origin · Unisex name

♂ 24% boys♀ 76% girls

#5329US 2023

24Births / yr

↑Rising

127All-time births

📅 Since 200500

How to pronounce Mavi

MAH·VEYE

/ˈmɑ.ˈvaɪ/ · stress on MAH · 2 syllables

“blue”

Associated with tranquility and peace in Turkish culture · Turkish origin

What does Mavi mean and where does it come from?

Mavi is of Turkish origin, meaning 'blue.' It reflects the color blue, often associated with tranquility and peace in Turkish culture. In some Spanish-speaking countries, Mavi is adopted as a feminine name, sometimes as a diminutive or variation of names like María or even derived from indigenous la

Cultural significance

Mavi has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Turkish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of blue.

Peak popularity

Reached #6796 in 2020 — currently #5329 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Mavi?

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

Mavi Grace

How popular is Mavi right now?

Rising fast — up 1852 spots — currently #5329 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#5329 · Top 3.9%

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2015

2020

2021

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5329	24	▲ up 1852 · +50% births
2022	#7181	16	▼ down 34
2021	#7147	16	▼ down 351 · -6% births
2020	#6796	17	▲ up 8947 · +183% births
2015	#15743	6	▲ up 620
2005	#16363	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Mavi

Best Year2023Rank #5329

Peak Count24

Average Rank#9760

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20236 years

The story of Mavi

Mavi is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2005. With 127 total births recorded, Mavi remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16363 in 2005 to #5329 in 2023. Mavi is used for both genders: 76% female and 24% male.

Names that peaked alongside Mavi in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Mavi by decade

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

Decade	Births
2000s	19
2010s ★	83
2020s	25

💎Mavi has only 127 total recorded births since 2005 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Mavi?

Common

MavMavieMavy

What names sound and feel like Mavi?

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

India · poet, wise man

Havi

Hebrew · my brother

Common questions about the name Mavi

What does the name Mavi mean?

Mavi means "blue" — a name rooted in Turkish 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 Mavi?

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

What is the cultural origin of Mavi?

Mavi originates from Turkish tradition. Turkish 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 Mavi?

Mavi is a two-syllable name pronounced M AA1 V AY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Mavi trending right now?

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