Meave
me(a)-ve
Origin:Irish
Meaning:Intoxicating
Meave is a variation of Maeve, a feminine name of Irish origin that means “intoxicating.” Meave comes from the Old Irish name Medb, a name borne by the mythological warrior queen of Connacht. Many believe Queen Medb was the manifestation of the sovereignty goddess and the inspiration for Shakespeare’s fairy queen, Mab. Queen Medb was clever, ambitious, and—to put it simply—a legendary badass. If you’d like to empower baby with the strength of a Celtic warrior, Meave is an excellent choice.
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Behind the Name, Meave, August 2007
Behind the Name, Maeve, April 2024
Britannica, Mab, English folklore, March 2021
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