Maeve Jobe

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maeve Jobe — she who intoxicates
380K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2010s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maeve Jobe 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 Jobe: Surname Ann Wynia (born 1943), née Jobe, American former politician Bai Jobe (born 2004), Senegalese-born American football player Ben Jobe, American former men's college basketball head coach Brandt Jobe (born 1965), American golfer Bubacarr Jobe, (born 1994) Gambian football player Frank Jobe, American orthopedic surgeon who performed the first "Tommy John surgery" Georges Jobé (born 1961), five-time FIM motocross world champion from Belgium Jackson Jobe (born 2002), American baseball player Jane Annette Jobe (born 1947), known as Sami Jo, American country singer Josh Jobe (born 1998), Ameri. 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: Jobe

English

Surname Ann Wynia (born 1943), née Jobe, American former politician Bai Jobe (born 2004), Senegalese-born American football player Ben Jobe, American former men's college basketball head coach Brandt Jobe (born 1965), American golfer Bubacarr Jobe, (born 1994) Gambian football player Frank Jobe, American orthopedic surgeon who performed the first "Tommy John surgery" Georges Jobé (born 1961), five-time FIM motocross world champion from Belgium Jackson Jobe (born 2002), American baseball player Jane Annette Jobe (born 1947), known as Sami Jo, American country singer Josh Jobe (born 1998), Ameri.

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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 Jobe

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 Jobe:

6
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Jobe?
The surname Jobe originates from English. Surname Ann Wynia (born 1943), née Jobe, American former politician Bai Jobe (born 2004), Senegalese-born American football player Ben Jobe, American former men's college basketball head coach Brandt Jobe (born 1965), American golfer Bubacarr Jobe, (born 1994) Gambian football player Frank Jobe, American orthopedic surgeon who performed the first "Tommy John surgery" Georges Jobé (born 1961), five-time FIM motocross world champion from Belgium Jackson Jobe (born 2002), American baseball player Jane Annette Jobe (born 1947), known as Sami Jo, American country singer Josh Jobe (born 1998), Ameri.
What are the origins of the name Maeve Jobe?
The name Maeve Jobe combines two different traditions: the first name Maeve has Celtic roots, while the surname Jobe originates from English.
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