"she who intoxicates, cause of great joy"
Origin: Old Irish
Language: English
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Meaning & Origin
"mead (alcoholic honey drink), intoxicating one"
Origin: Proto-Celtic
Language: Irish
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The Story of Maevry
Maevry is an inventive expansion of Maeve, the ancient Irish name from the Old Irish Medb, meaning she who intoxicates or cause of great joy. Queen Medb of Connacht is one of the most powerful figures in Irish mythology, appearing in the epic Tain Bo Cuailnge (The Cattle Raid of Cooley). The -ry suffix gives this classic Celtic name an airy, modern extension.
Maeve has been surging in popularity across English-speaking countries, landing in the top 100 in the US and Ireland. The Maevry variant offers parents who love Maeve but want something less common a distinctive alternative with the same Celtic spirit.
Queen Medb (Maeve) of Connacht is a legendary Irish queen of extraordinary power. Unlike many mythological heroines, Maeve was a sovereign ruler in her own right, initiating wars and commanding armies. The name carries this legacy of fierce feminine independence.
Historical Record
Maevry first appeared in US Social Security records in 2014.
Over 169 babies have been named Maevry in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maevry is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #4,187 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Queen Maeve of Connacht appears in the Tain Bo Cuailnge, Ireland's greatest epic, written around 700 CE
- In Irish mythology, sovereignty was sometimes personified as a goddess who married the legitimate king
- Maeve has been rising rapidly in US popularity, reaching the top 100 for the first time in 2020
Maevry in Other Languages
Irish
Medb
Welsh
Mabh
French
Maeve
Spanish
Maeve
Scottish Gaelic
Meadhbh
Popularity Over Time
#4,187
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Maevry
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Maeve Binchy
Writer
1940
Beloved Irish novelist and journalist, author of Circle of Friends and other bestselling works about Irish life
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Queen Medb of Connacht Fictional
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Legendary Irish queen and warrior of Connacht in Irish mythology, protagonist of the Tain Bo Cuailnge epic
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,187
- Total SSA Count
- 35
- Cultural Origins
- Irish Celtic Irish-American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Mae
Maev
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maevry
What does the name Maevry mean?
"she who intoxicates, cause of great joy" (from Old Irish). "mead (alcoholic honey drink), intoxicating one" (from Proto-Celtic). Maevry is an inventive expansion of Maeve, the ancient Irish name from the Old Irish Medb, meaning she who intoxicates or cause of great joy. Queen Medb of Connacht is one of the most powerful figures in Irish mythology, appearing in the epic Tain Bo Cuailnge (The Cattle Raid of Cooley). The -ry suffix gives this classic Celtic name an airy, modern extension.
What is the origin of the name Maevry?
Maevry has Old Irish, Proto-Celtic, Irish, Celtic, and Irish-American origins. In Old Irish, it means "she who intoxicates, cause of great joy". In Proto-Celtic, it means "mead (alcoholic honey drink), intoxicating one".
Is Maevry a boy or girl name?
Maevry is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Maevry?
Maevry is currently ranked #4187 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Maevry?
Common nicknames for Maevry include Mae and Maev.
What are good middle names for Maevry?
Popular middle name pairings include Maevry Grace, Maevry Claire, Maevry Rose, Maevry Fiona, Maevry Siobhan, Maevry Brigid, and Maevry Anne.
What are good sibling names for Maevry?
Names that pair well with Maevry as siblings include Saoirse, Niamh, Cormac, Riona, Declan, Ciara, and Tiernan.
How many syllables does Maevry have?
Maevry has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Maevry a common or rare name?
Maevry is an uncommon name, ranked #4187 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Maevry
Maevry is a girl name with Irish, Celtic, and Irish-American origins . The name means "she who intoxicates, cause of great joy" in Old Irish .
Maevry is currently ranked #4,187 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Maevry has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Maevry include Mae and Maev. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Maevry include Maeve, Maeva, Maevyn, Maevis, Maeven . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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