Maeve Peyton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maeve Peyton — she who intoxicates
380K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2010s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maeve Peyton is a name combining Celtic origins, bringing together "she who intoxicates" (Maeve) with "fighting man's estate" (Peyton). 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 Peyton: Peyton is an English surname and a unisex given name. In Ireland it is known to have been among the anglicized forms of Ó Peatáin. Surname Balie Peyton (1803–1878), American lawyer and politician Ben Peyton (born 1977), British actor Benny Peyton (c. 1890 – 1965), American jazz drummer Bob Peyton (born 1954), English former footballer Brad Peyton (born 1980), Canadian-born film director Caroline Peyton (1951–2021), American singer and songwriter Claudia Jessie Peyton (born 1989), English actress Craig Peyton (born 1953), American producer Dave Peyton (c. 1885 – 1955), American songwriter, pian. 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: Peyton

Meaning: fighting man's estate

English

Peyton is an English surname and a unisex given name. In Ireland it is known to have been among the anglicized forms of Ó Peatáin. Surname Balie Peyton (1803–1878), American lawyer and politician Ben Peyton (born 1977), British actor Benny Peyton (c. 1890 – 1965), American jazz drummer Bob Peyton (born 1954), English former footballer Brad Peyton (born 1980), Canadian-born film director Caroline Peyton (1951–2021), American singer and songwriter Claudia Jessie Peyton (born 1989), English actress Craig Peyton (born 1953), American producer Dave Peyton (c. 1885 – 1955), American songwriter, pian.

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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 Peyton

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 Peyton:

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 Peyton?
The surname Peyton originates from English. Peyton is an English surname and a unisex given name. In Ireland it is known to have been among the anglicized forms of Ó Peatáin. Surname Balie Peyton (1803–1878), American lawyer and politician Ben Peyton (born 1977), British actor Benny Peyton (c. 1890 – 1965), American jazz drummer Bob Peyton (born 1954), English former footballer Brad Peyton (born 1980), Canadian-born film director Caroline Peyton (1951–2021), American singer and songwriter Claudia Jessie Peyton (born 1989), English actress Craig Peyton (born 1953), American producer Dave Peyton (c. 1885 – 1955), American songwriter, pian.
What are the origins of the name Maeve Peyton?
The name Maeve Peyton combines two different traditions: the first name Maeve has Celtic roots, while the surname Peyton originates from English.
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