Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Maeve.
National Rank (2025)
#76
All-Time Peak Rank
#73 (2023)
Total U.S. Births
29,608
Unisex Distribution0.0% Boy / 100.0% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Maeve Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Maeve
According to SSA data, Maeve achieved its highest historical rank of #73 in 2023. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 3,153 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 348.5%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 55 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Maeve scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Fast Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+348.5% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record3,153Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
3yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
55Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:50
1950s:74
1960s:102
1970s:89
1980s:333
1990s:1,450
2000s:4,072
2010s:7,545
2020s:15,893
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesMa-eve
Letter Count5 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 7.7% of SSA names. Starts with M, a letter used by only 7.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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