Rising since 1999, #1,396 for girls today.
Popularity of Maeva since 1940
Babies named Maeva per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 16 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 8 |
| 2000s | 126 |
| 2010s | 440 |
| 2020s | 826 |
Meaning & origin
Maeva first appeared in U.S. records in 1940 and has been climbing in popularity steadily since 1999. By 2023 it reached its peak rank, and in 2025 it held rank 1396, with about 1 in 10303 newborn girls given the name. Its rising trajectory suggests continued interest, especially in states like Washington, Indiana, and Missouri where it is most common. The name's uncertain origins contribute to its modern, international feel, blending possible Breton, French, or Latin roots into a melodic and distinctive choice.
Maeva is a name of debated origin. It may be a modern French creation combining Maïa (derived from Greek Maia, meaning 'mother' or 'nurse') and Eva, or a feminization of the Breton name Maël (meaning 'prince' or 'chief'). Alternatively, it may be derived from the Latin 'maior' (greater), as in the name Maior, or a variant of the Irish name Maeve. The name has gained popularity in France and other French-speaking regions since the late 20th century.
Where Maeva is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Maeva” around the world
Where Maeva lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
95
babies in 2024
Ireland
6
babies in 2025
Quebec
#42
in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mae, Eva, Maya
Variants: Maëva, Maïva, Maeva
Sibling names for Maeva
Names that share Maeva's style, for a brother or sister.
