Meabh

“She who intoxicates” — Associated with the mythological Queen Medb of Connacht

Ireland origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11819US 2023

8Births / yr

↓Falling

29All-time births

📅 Since 199900

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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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

How popular is Meabh right now?

Falling — down 894 spots — currently #11819 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#11819 · Top 8.7%

2020

2021

2022

2023

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	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Meabh

Best Year2020Rank #9894

Peak Count10

Average Rank#11113

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

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:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Meabh by decade

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

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?

Common

MeaMeieMey

What names sound and feel like Meabh?

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

American · A variant of

Maebh

Ireland · she who rules;

Leagh

Ireland · With a pleasant

Meyah

American · A modern creation,

Melba

Australia · English

Mekah

Unknown · As a derived

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.