Maeve Lam

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maeve Lam — she who intoxicates
380K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2010s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maeve Lam 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 Lam: Lam has various originations as a surname: Surnames Lin (surname) (林) (Cantonese: Lam) Lâm, Vietnamese equivalent of Lin Lan (surname 蓝) (Cantonese and Hakka: Lam) People with the surname Adrian Lam (born 1970), Papua New Guinean-Australian rugby footballer Alfonso Lam Liu (born 1969/1970), Mexican drug lord Basil Lam (1914-1984), English musicologist Lam Bun (1930–1967), Hong Kong radio commentator Lam Bun-Ching (born 1954), Chinese musician Carrie Lam (politician) (born 1958), Hong Kong politician Carrie Lam (actress) (born 1980), Hong Kong television presenter David K. 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: Lam

Vietnamese

Lam has various originations as a surname: Surnames Lin (surname) (林) (Cantonese: Lam) Lâm, Vietnamese equivalent of Lin Lan (surname 蓝) (Cantonese and Hakka: Lam) People with the surname Adrian Lam (born 1970), Papua New Guinean-Australian rugby footballer Alfonso Lam Liu (born 1969/1970), Mexican drug lord Basil Lam (1914-1984), English musicologist Lam Bun (1930–1967), Hong Kong radio commentator Lam Bun-Ching (born 1954), Chinese musician Carrie Lam (politician) (born 1958), Hong Kong politician Carrie Lam (actress) (born 1980), Hong Kong television presenter David K.

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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 Lam

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 Lam:

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 Lam?
The surname Lam originates from Vietnamese. Lam has various originations as a surname: Surnames Lin (surname) (林) (Cantonese: Lam) Lâm, Vietnamese equivalent of Lin Lan (surname 蓝) (Cantonese and Hakka: Lam) People with the surname Adrian Lam (born 1970), Papua New Guinean-Australian rugby footballer Alfonso Lam Liu (born 1969/1970), Mexican drug lord Basil Lam (1914-1984), English musicologist Lam Bun (1930–1967), Hong Kong radio commentator Lam Bun-Ching (born 1954), Chinese musician Carrie Lam (politician) (born 1958), Hong Kong politician Carrie Lam (actress) (born 1980), Hong Kong television presenter David K.
What are the origins of the name Maeve Lam?
The name Maeve Lam combines two different traditions: the first name Maeve has Celtic roots, while the surname Lam originates from Vietnamese.
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