Maeve
Meaning
Anglicized form of the Gaelic name Medb meaning "intoxicating". In Irish legend this was the name of a warrior queen of Connacht. Her fight against Ulster and the hero Cúchulainn is told in the Irish epic The Cattle Raid of Cooley.
Origin
Celtic
Pronunciation
/meɪv/
Traits associated with the name Maeve:
Dogs named Maeve tend to be brave, hard-working, and loving. This feminine name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Maeve?
Naming your dog Maeve suggests that you have an appreciation for strong, independent female characters. It could also suggest that you have a creative and imaginative side.
Is Maeve a good dog name?
Maeve is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Maeve isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Maeve is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Maeve was, in the past month, the 957th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2024, Maeve is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Maeve was viewed 39 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Maeve's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Maeve is most adored in Vermont, Kentucky and Louisiana.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Washington, Missouri and District of Columbia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Maeve.
Maeve is found in these categories:
gothic
Derived from Irish mythology, it carries dark, mysterious undertones often associated with supernatural and horror themes.
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