Maeve Cardinal

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maeve Cardinal — she who intoxicates
380K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2010s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maeve Cardinal 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 Cardinal: A.W. Cardinal, Canadian musician Aurèle Cardinal, Canadian architect Brian Cardinal, American basketball player Celeigh Cardinal, Canadian musician Douglas Cardinal (born 1934), Canadian architect Fernando Cardinal, Portuguese futsal player Gil Cardinal, Canadian architect of Métis descent Harold Cardinal (1945–2005), Cree writer and political leader Imajyn Cardinal, Canadian actress Jean-Guy Cardinal, Québécois politician Joseph-Narcisse Cardinal, Lower Canadian politician and rebel Judah ben Isaac Cardinal (13th century), Arabic-Hebrew translator Linda Cardinal (born 1959), Canadian politica. 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: Cardinal

Hebrew

A.W. Cardinal, Canadian musician Aurèle Cardinal, Canadian architect Brian Cardinal, American basketball player Celeigh Cardinal, Canadian musician Douglas Cardinal (born 1934), Canadian architect Fernando Cardinal, Portuguese futsal player Gil Cardinal, Canadian architect of Métis descent Harold Cardinal (1945–2005), Cree writer and political leader Imajyn Cardinal, Canadian actress Jean-Guy Cardinal, Québécois politician Joseph-Narcisse Cardinal, Lower Canadian politician and rebel Judah ben Isaac Cardinal (13th century), Arabic-Hebrew translator Linda Cardinal (born 1959), Canadian politica.

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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

Notable People Named Maeve Cardinal

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Cardinal?
The surname Cardinal originates from Hebrew. A.W. Cardinal, Canadian musician Aurèle Cardinal, Canadian architect Brian Cardinal, American basketball player Celeigh Cardinal, Canadian musician Douglas Cardinal (born 1934), Canadian architect Fernando Cardinal, Portuguese futsal player Gil Cardinal, Canadian architect of Métis descent Harold Cardinal (1945–2005), Cree writer and political leader Imajyn Cardinal, Canadian actress Jean-Guy Cardinal, Québécois politician Joseph-Narcisse Cardinal, Lower Canadian politician and rebel Judah ben Isaac Cardinal (13th century), Arabic-Hebrew translator Linda Cardinal (born 1959), Canadian politica.
What are the origins of the name Maeve Cardinal?
The name Maeve Cardinal combines two different traditions: the first name Maeve has Celtic roots, while the surname Cardinal originates from Hebrew.
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