Emma vs Mayve

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mayve

Girl #4,780 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"she who intoxicates, intoxicating one"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,780
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
May, Maie, Maykins

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Mayve Rank #4,780

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #4780 for Mayve.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Mayve ___

  • Mayve Rose
  • Mayve Grace
  • Mayve Eileen
  • Mayve Catherine
  • Mayve Brigid
  • Mayve Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Mayve

Aoife Saoirse Niamh Fionnuala Conor

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Mayve more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Mayve at #4780 in the United States.

What do Emma and Mayve mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Mayve means "she who intoxicates, intoxicating one" (Old Irish origin).

Are Emma and Mayve boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Mayve is primarily a girl name.

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