Maeva is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #136 in 2025 with 366 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 404 births ranking #123. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 692 girls born was named Maeva. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Maeva is a graceful Breton name meaning 'welcome'. It feels warm, open-hearted, and slightly unusual without being difficult.
The name is especially known in French-speaking settings and has a gentle modern elegance. Its positive straightforward meaning adds to its appeal for parents wanting something distinctive but kind in tone.