Maeva is of Tahitian origin and means 'welcome' or 'to come together.' It is often used in Polynesian cultures as a greeting, symbolizing hospitality and warmth. The name has gained recognition beyond its original context due to its soft, appealing sound.
IPA: /maˈeva/ · Simplified: mah-E-va
30/100
Popularity
Stable
10-Year Trend
5
Countries
2020
Peak Year
Etymology, origin story, and cultural significance.
Maeva is of Tahitian origin and means 'welcome' or 'to come together.' It is often used in Polynesian cultures as a greeting, symbolizing hospitality and warmth. The name has gained recognition beyond its original context due to its soft, appealing sound.
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IPA notation and a simplified pronunciation guide.
IPA: /maˈeva/ · Simplified: mah-E-va
Common diminutives and short forms used in everyday life.
Popularity score over the last 10 years and countries where this name is popular.
Top countries where this name is most common.
Tahiti
France
New Zealand
Australia
Canada
How this name appears across different languages and cultures.
Maéva
Traits and perception commonly associated with this name.
People with the name Maeva are often perceived as friendly and approachable, reflecting the name's meaning of 'welcome.' They tend to have a warm disposition and an exotic allure, embodying a unique blend of sensitivity and charisma.
Traditional celebration date for this name.
Not traditionally celebrated
Well-known figures who share this name.
Maeva Ghennam
French reality television personality, born 1997
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