Maeve Danner

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maeve Danner — she who intoxicates
380K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2010s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maeve Danner 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 Danner: Danner is a surname. Notable persons with the surname include: Blythe Danner (born 1943), American actress Christian Danner (born 1958), German race car driver Hagen Danner (born 1998), American baseball player Pat Danner (born 1934), American politician from Missouri Richard Danner, American Professor of Law Joel Buchanan Danner (1804–1885), American politician from Pennsylvania Mark Danner (born 1958), American writer, journalist, and educator Countess Danner or Louise Rasmussen (1815–1874), Danish ballet dancer and stage actor, wife of Frederick VII of Denmark Hugo Danner, a fictional chara. 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: Danner

English

Danner is a surname. Notable persons with the surname include: Blythe Danner (born 1943), American actress Christian Danner (born 1958), German race car driver Hagen Danner (born 1998), American baseball player Pat Danner (born 1934), American politician from Missouri Richard Danner, American Professor of Law Joel Buchanan Danner (1804–1885), American politician from Pennsylvania Mark Danner (born 1958), American writer, journalist, and educator Countess Danner or Louise Rasmussen (1815–1874), Danish ballet dancer and stage actor, wife of Frederick VII of Denmark Hugo Danner, a fictional chara.

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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 Danner:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Danner?
The surname Danner originates from English. Danner is a surname. Notable persons with the surname include: Blythe Danner (born 1943), American actress Christian Danner (born 1958), German race car driver Hagen Danner (born 1998), American baseball player Pat Danner (born 1934), American politician from Missouri Richard Danner, American Professor of Law Joel Buchanan Danner (1804–1885), American politician from Pennsylvania Mark Danner (born 1958), American writer, journalist, and educator Countess Danner or Louise Rasmussen (1815–1874), Danish ballet dancer and stage actor, wife of Frederick VII of Denmark Hugo Danner, a fictional chara.
What are the origins of the name Maeve Danner?
The name Maeve Danner combines two different traditions: the first name Maeve has Celtic roots, while the surname Danner originates from English.
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