Maeve Brinker

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maeve Brinker — she who intoxicates
380K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2010s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maeve Brinker is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Maeve is a feminine given name of Celtic origin. From Irish Gaelic Medb, meaning 'she who intoxicates' or 'mead.' Queen Medb of Connacht is the powerful protagonist of the Ulster Cycle epic. The surname Brinker: Anja Brinker (born 1991), German artistic gymnast Bill Brinker (1883–1965), baseball player Chris Brinker (1970–2013), American film producer and director Christine Brinker (born 1981), German skeet shooter Howard Brinker (died 2004), American football coach Kristin Brinker (born 1972), German politician Maren Brinker (born 1986), German volleyball player Nancy Brinker (born 1946), founder and CEO of Susan G. Komen for the Cure Norman E. Maeve is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 380K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Maeve reached peak popularity in the 2010s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Maeve

Meaning: she who intoxicates

Celtic

From Irish Gaelic Medb, meaning 'she who intoxicates' or 'mead.' Queen Medb of Connacht is the powerful protagonist of the Ulster Cycle epic.

Surname: Brinker

English

Anja Brinker (born 1991), German artistic gymnast Bill Brinker (1883–1965), baseball player Chris Brinker (1970–2013), American film producer and director Christine Brinker (born 1981), German skeet shooter Howard Brinker (died 2004), American football coach Kristin Brinker (born 1972), German politician Maren Brinker (born 1986), German volleyball player Nancy Brinker (born 1946), founder and CEO of Susan G. Komen for the Cure Norman E.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Maeve is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

Ireland 33%
United Kingdom 38%
United States 22%
Australia 7%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Maeve by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Maeve has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Medb
  • Mab
  • Mavis

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Maeve Brinker:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Maeve?
The first name Maeve originates from Celtic. From Irish Gaelic Medb, meaning 'she who intoxicates' or 'mead.' Queen Medb of Connacht is the powerful protagonist of the Ulster Cycle epic.
When was Maeve most popular?
The name Maeve reached its peak popularity during the 2010s.
What is the origin of the surname Brinker?
The surname Brinker originates from English. Anja Brinker (born 1991), German artistic gymnast Bill Brinker (1883–1965), baseball player Chris Brinker (1970–2013), American film producer and director Christine Brinker (born 1981), German skeet shooter Howard Brinker (died 2004), American football coach Kristin Brinker (born 1972), German politician Maren Brinker (born 1986), German volleyball player Nancy Brinker (born 1946), founder and CEO of Susan G. Komen for the Cure Norman E.
What are the origins of the name Maeve Brinker?
The name Maeve Brinker combines two different traditions: the first name Maeve has Celtic roots, while the surname Brinker originates from English.
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