Maeve Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Maeve Name at a Glance

Name	Maeve
Meaning	Joy. The name of an early queen of Connaught.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Maeve Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Maeve means “Joy. The name of an early queen of Connaught”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Maeve Name Origin

Our database records Maeve under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Maeve a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Maeve is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Maeve

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