Mayve

“A variation of Maeve, meaning 'she who intoxicates'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7141US 2023

16Births / yr

↑Rising

8All-time births

📅 Since 201500

How to pronounce Mayve

MAY·VEE

/ˈmeɪ.ˈviː/ · stress on MAY · 2 syllables

“A variation of Maeve, meaning 'she who intoxicates'.”

American origin · Girl name

What does Mayve mean and where does it come from?

Mayve is a modern and unique spelling variation of the name Maeve, which has roots in Irish mythology. The original Maeve (Méabh) was a powerful warrior queen of Connacht. The name has been popularized in recent years due to the rise of creative and distinct variations of traditional names, especial

Cultural significance

Mayve has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variation of maeve, meaning 'she who intoxicates'..

Peak popularity

Reached #12971 in 2015 — currently #7141 in the US.

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How else can you spell Mayve?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Mayve?

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

Mayve Grace

How popular is Mayve right now?

Rising fast — up 1719 spots — currently #7141 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#7141 · Top 5.3%

2015

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7141	16	▲ up 1719 · +33% births
2022	#8860	12	▼ down 60
2021	#8800	12	▲ up 4171 · +50% births
2015	#12971	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Mayve

Best Year2023Rank #7141

Peak Count16

Average Rank#9443

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20234 years

The story of Mayve

Mayve is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2015. With 8 total births recorded, Mayve remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12971 in 2015 to #7141 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Mayve in 2015:

Emma Olivia Sophia Ava Isabella

💎Mayve has only 8 total recorded births since 2015 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Mayve?

Common

MayMa

What names sound and feel like Mayve?

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

Mayze

American · from the month

Mayre

American · the sea; bitter

Mayes

American · English

Maeve

Ireland · Intoxicating.

Nayve

Irish · Irish

Mave

Ireland · pleasant, delightful

Mauve

English · A meaningful name

Maive

Ireland · she who intoxicates

Common questions about the name Mayve

What does the name Mayve mean?

Mayve means "A variation of Maeve, meaning 'she who intoxicates'." — a name rooted in American 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 Mayve?

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

What is the cultural origin of Mayve?

Mayve originates from American tradition. American 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 Mayve?

Mayve is a two-syllable name pronounced M EY1 V IY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Mayve trending right now?

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