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Mave

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Pronounced MAYV /ˈmeɪv/High

Meaning: A phonetic spelling of Maeve, from the Irish Medb, 'she who intoxicates' or 'the intoxicating one' — the legendary warrior queen of Connacht. A short, strong name.Low

In 30 seconds: A short, strong Irish name: Mave spells Maeve, 'she who intoxicates' (said 'MAYV'). Bold and legendary.
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Origin MediumIrish
MeaningA phonetic spelling of Maeve, from the Irish Medb, 'she who intoxicates' or 'the intoxicating one' — the legendary warrior queen of Connacht. A short, strong name.
U.S. rank (2024)#12942 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)≈ 47

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202120172024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Mave is a spelling of Maeve (Irish Medb, 'she who intoxicates'), the legendary queen of Connacht in Irish myth. Short and commanding, this form makes the sound plain (said 'MAYV').

It appears rarely for girls in the U.S., against the more common Maeve. Rare, bold, and legendary.

Did you know? Mave is a phonetic spelling of Maeve, from the Irish Medb — 'she who intoxicates,' the fierce warrior queen of Connacht. A brief, powerful name (said 'MAYV').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Mave — Spelling of Maeve; Irish 'she who intoxicates'

Variations

MaeveMeabhMaive

Nicknames

MaveyMay

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If you like Mave…

Maeve— the standard spelling of the same name
Meabh— the Irish spelling of the same name
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Mave mean?

Mave is a spelling of Maeve, from the Irish for 'she who intoxicates' — the legendary queen Medb.

How do you pronounce Mave?

It's said MAYV /ˈmeɪv/ — one syllable.

Is Mave a boy or girl name?

Mave is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Mave?

Mave is a rare spelling for girls in the U.S., though Maeve is popular.

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