Maeve Tilson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maeve Tilson — she who intoxicates
380K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
2010s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maeve Tilson 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 Tilson: Charles Henry Tilson Marshall (1841–1927), British Army Officer, serving in the Punjab, India Charles Tilson-Chowne (1881-?), British stage and film actor Charlie Tilson (born 1992), American baseball player David Tilson (born 1941), politician in Ontario, Canada Fred Tilson (1904–1972), association football player for Manchester City and England George Tilson (1672–1738), British civil servant, long-serving Under-Secretary of State in the Foreign Office Jake Tilson (born 1958) British artist Joe Tilson (artist) (1928–2023) British artist John Q. 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: Tilson

English

Charles Henry Tilson Marshall (1841–1927), British Army Officer, serving in the Punjab, India Charles Tilson-Chowne (1881-?), British stage and film actor Charlie Tilson (born 1992), American baseball player David Tilson (born 1941), politician in Ontario, Canada Fred Tilson (1904–1972), association football player for Manchester City and England George Tilson (1672–1738), British civil servant, long-serving Under-Secretary of State in the Foreign Office Jake Tilson (born 1958) British artist Joe Tilson (artist) (1928–2023) British artist John Q.

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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 Tilson

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 Tilson:

9
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Tilson?
The surname Tilson originates from English. Charles Henry Tilson Marshall (1841–1927), British Army Officer, serving in the Punjab, India Charles Tilson-Chowne (1881-?), British stage and film actor Charlie Tilson (born 1992), American baseball player David Tilson (born 1941), politician in Ontario, Canada Fred Tilson (1904–1972), association football player for Manchester City and England George Tilson (1672–1738), British civil servant, long-serving Under-Secretary of State in the Foreign Office Jake Tilson (born 1958) British artist Joe Tilson (artist) (1928–2023) British artist John Q.
What are the origins of the name Maeve Tilson?
The name Maeve Tilson combines two different traditions: the first name Maeve has Celtic roots, while the surname Tilson originates from English.
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