Maeva is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #1606 in 2022 with 132 recorded births. This places Maeva in the top 9% of ranked US girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2023 with 178 births ranking #1288. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 12,415 girls born was named Maeva. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
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.