Maeva is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #1403 in 2025 with 156 recorded births. This places Maeva in the top 8% 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 2025, approximately 1 in every 10,303 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.