What does Meabh mean and where does it come from?
Meabh is an ancient Irish name associated with the mythological Queen Medb of Connacht. The name signifies allure and power. Meabh has been popular in Ireland, especially due to its historical roots and strong character association, reflecting both beauty and strength.
Cultural significance
Meabh has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ireland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of she who intoxicates.
Peak popularity
Reached #9894 in 2020 — currently #11819 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Meabh?
Meabh works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Meabh Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Meabh Rose
Floral · soft ending
Meabh Mae
Sweet · timeless
Meabh Claire
French influence · crisp
Meabh Jane
Literary · strong
Meabh Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Meabh right now?
Falling — down 894 spots — currently #11819 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #11819 | 8 | ▼ down 894 · -11% births |
| 2022 | #10925 | 9 | ▲ up 887 · +13% births |
| 2021 | #11812 | 8 | ▼ down 1918 · -20% births |
| 2020 | #9894 | 10 | — |
The story of Meabh
Meabh is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1999. With 29 total births recorded, Meabh remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9894 in 2020, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11819 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Meabh in 2020:
Meabh by decade
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1990s | 5 | |
| 2010s ★ | 14 | |
| 2020s | 10 | |
💎Meabh has only 29 total recorded births since 1999 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Meabh?
What names sound and feel like Meabh?
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Common questions about the name Meabh
What does the name Meabh mean?
Meabh 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 Meabh?
Meabh is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Meabh have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Meabh?
Meabh 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 does Meabh sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Meabh flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Meabh ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Meabh trending right now?
Meabh is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.