Maeve: name meaning and origin

Maeve

she who intoxicates

Irish · Girl · 1 syllable

Maeve is a Irish name meaning "she who intoxicates". It has one syllable, and is traditionally a girl's name.

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Sibling names for Maeve

  • Maeve & Asher Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Maeve & Eden Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Maeve & Felix Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Maeve & Isaac Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Maeve & Joy Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Maeve & Rhys Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Maeve & Aiden Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Maeve & Declan Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

Nicknames for Maeve

No traditional nickname; Maeve is usually used in full. Possible short forms: Maev.

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Questions about Maeve

What does the name Maeve mean?

Maeve is a Irish name meaning "she who intoxicates".

How many syllables are in Maeve?

Maeve has one syllable (Maeve).

What are nicknames for Maeve?

Maeve has no widely used nickname, so it is usually used as it is; possible short forms include Maev.

Is Maeve a boy's or girl's name?

Maeve is traditionally a girl's name.