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Maeve

Girl name of English and Irish origin

"She Who Intoxicates, Intoxicating, Enchanting"

Pronunciation:M-A-E-V-E

Key Insights

Popularity

Distinctive

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Numerology

Number 1

leader

Length

5 Letters

3 Vowels, 2 Consonants

Syllables

2 Syllables

Easy to pronounce

Maeve Name Meaning & Origin

Origin & Sound

Maeve is a girl name of English and Irish origin, meaning "She Who Intoxicates, Intoxicating, Enchanting". It is spelled with 5 letters — 3 vowels and 2 consonants. The name opens on a emotional note and closes with a intellectual one. Familiar short forms and variants include Mauve.

Popularity & Notable Bearers

Maeve is a popular choice for parents in Ireland, United States and United Kingdom. Notable people named Maeve include Queen Maeve (Irish mythology).

Numerology & Astrology

In numerology, Maeve carries Life Path Number 1, linked to qualities like leader, independent and ambitious. Its lucky numbers are 1, 10 and 19. Favourable associations include the colours gold and orange, the days Sunday and Monday and the stone Ruby. Astrologically, Maeve aligns with the Leo sign — a Fire sign and ruled by Sun. Those who share this name are often associated with traits such as Confident, Generous and Creative. It is considered most compatible with Aries and Sagittarius.

Global Popularity & International Usage

Numerology & Life Path Analysis

1

Life Path Number

Life Path 1: The Numerological Blueprint

"Natural leaders with a pioneering spirit and strong willpower."

Core Numerological Traits:

leaderindependentambitiousoriginal

Lucky Colors

Gold, Orange

Lucky Days

Sunday, Monday

Power Gemstone

Ruby

Astrological Profile & Zodiac Compatibility

leo

Sun Sign (Conscious Self)

ElementFire
Ruling PlanetSun
Key TraitsConfident, Generous, Creative
Compatible SignsAries, Sagittarius

leo

Moon Sign (Emotional Self)

Emotional SelfDramatic, Generous, Affectionate, Confident

Astrological Compatibility

Most Compatible Zodiac Signs:

Aries, Sagittarius share harmonic energy with leo, creating naturally aligned relationships and partnerships.

Challenging Pairings:

While Taurus and Scorpio may present friction, diverse zodiac combinations often foster growth and mutual understanding.

Letter Analysis

M
First Letter
Cornerstone
natureemotional
elementwater
rulingmoon
e
Last Letter
Capstone
natureintellectual
elementair
rulingvenus

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Name Forms & Variations

Alternate Spellings

Mauve

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Curated by Attaullah Siddiqui, Founder & Editor at Nurturepedia. Name meanings and origins are verified against authoritative etymology and historical naming references.