Maeve Hammonds

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maeve Hammonds — she who intoxicates
380K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2010s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maeve Hammonds 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 Hammonds: Alan Hammonds (born 1955), English singer-songwriter Cliff Hammonds (born 1985), American basketball player Evelynn M. Hammonds (born 1953), American academic Graham Hammonds, British singer Jeffrey Hammonds (born 1971), American baseball player Rayshaun Hammonds (born 1998), American basketball player Shelley Hammonds (born 1983), retired Australian basketball player Tom Hammonds (born 1967), American basketball player and drag racer Hammond (surname) 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: Hammonds

English

Alan Hammonds (born 1955), English singer-songwriter Cliff Hammonds (born 1985), American basketball player Evelynn M. Hammonds (born 1953), American academic Graham Hammonds, British singer Jeffrey Hammonds (born 1971), American baseball player Rayshaun Hammonds (born 1998), American basketball player Shelley Hammonds (born 1983), retired Australian basketball player Tom Hammonds (born 1967), American basketball player and drag racer Hammond (surname)

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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 Hammonds

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 Hammonds:

7
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

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

7
Personality Number

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

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 Hammonds?
The surname Hammonds originates from English. Alan Hammonds (born 1955), English singer-songwriter Cliff Hammonds (born 1985), American basketball player Evelynn M. Hammonds (born 1953), American academic Graham Hammonds, British singer Jeffrey Hammonds (born 1971), American baseball player Rayshaun Hammonds (born 1998), American basketball player Shelley Hammonds (born 1983), retired Australian basketball player Tom Hammonds (born 1967), American basketball player and drag racer Hammond (surname)
What are the origins of the name Maeve Hammonds?
The name Maeve Hammonds combines two different traditions: the first name Maeve has Celtic roots, while the surname Hammonds originates from English.
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