Maeve Edinger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maeve Edinger — she who intoxicates
380K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2010s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maeve Edinger 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 Edinger: Claudio Edinger (born 1952), Brazilian photographer Edward F. Edinger (1922–1998), medical psychiatrist, Jungian analyst and American writer Eva-Maria Edinger (born 1966), former synchronized swimmer from Austria Evan Edinger (born 1990), American-born YouTuber living in London Ludwig Edinger (1855–1918), German anatomist and neurologist and co-founder of the University of Frankfurt Paul Edinger (born 1978), former gridiron football placekicker Rudolf Edinger (1902–1997), Austrian weightlifter Tilly Edinger (1897–1967), German-American paleontologist and the founder of paleoneurology Edinger–W. 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: Edinger

English

Claudio Edinger (born 1952), Brazilian photographer Edward F. Edinger (1922–1998), medical psychiatrist, Jungian analyst and American writer Eva-Maria Edinger (born 1966), former synchronized swimmer from Austria Evan Edinger (born 1990), American-born YouTuber living in London Ludwig Edinger (1855–1918), German anatomist and neurologist and co-founder of the University of Frankfurt Paul Edinger (born 1978), former gridiron football placekicker Rudolf Edinger (1902–1997), Austrian weightlifter Tilly Edinger (1897–1967), German-American paleontologist and the founder of paleoneurology Edinger–W.

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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 Edinger

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 Edinger:

9
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

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

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 Edinger?
The surname Edinger originates from English. Claudio Edinger (born 1952), Brazilian photographer Edward F. Edinger (1922–1998), medical psychiatrist, Jungian analyst and American writer Eva-Maria Edinger (born 1966), former synchronized swimmer from Austria Evan Edinger (born 1990), American-born YouTuber living in London Ludwig Edinger (1855–1918), German anatomist and neurologist and co-founder of the University of Frankfurt Paul Edinger (born 1978), former gridiron football placekicker Rudolf Edinger (1902–1997), Austrian weightlifter Tilly Edinger (1897–1967), German-American paleontologist and the founder of paleoneurology Edinger–W.
What are the origins of the name Maeve Edinger?
The name Maeve Edinger combines two different traditions: the first name Maeve has Celtic roots, while the surname Edinger originates from English.
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