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Maeva

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

Female
Tahitian
Polynesian
Pacific Islands
welcoming
gentle
exotic
warm

30/100

Popularity

Stable

10-Year Trend

5

Countries

2020

Peak Year

Meaning of Maeva

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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How to pronounce Maeva

IPA notation and a simplified pronunciation guide.

IPA: /maˈeva/ · Simplified: mah-E-va

Nicknames for Maeva

Common diminutives and short forms used in everyday life.

Mae
Eva
Evie
Mae-Mae

Maeva name popularity

Popularity score over the last 10 years and countries where this name is popular.

20152016201720182019202020212022202320240255075100

Popular in Countries

Top countries where this name is most common.

80

Tahiti

70

France

55

New Zealand

40

Australia

35

Canada

International Forms

How this name appears across different languages and cultures.

Maéva

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Personality

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.

Name Day

Traditional celebration date for this name.

Not traditionally celebrated

Famous people named Maeva

Well-known figures who share this name.

M

Maeva Ghennam

French reality television personality, born 1997

Frequently asked questions about Maeva

Quick answers on meaning, gender, popularity, and nicknames.

What does Maeva mean?
Here is the meaning behind Maeva: 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.
Is Maeva a boy or girl name?
Maeva is traditionally a girl's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.
How popular is Maeva?
Maeva scores 30/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2020.
What are good nicknames for Maeva?
Popular nicknames for Maeva: Mae, Eva, Evie, Mae-Mae.
What names are similar to Maeva?
Names similar to Maeva: Maelys, Moana, Maia, Mila — close in sound, origin, or style.

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