Genesis vs Maeve

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Genesis

Girl #55 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"birth, generation, coming into being"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Latin American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#55
Total SSA Count
3,835
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gen, Genny

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Maeve

Girl #75 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"she who intoxicates"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#75
Total SSA Count
3,098
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mae, May, Maie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Genesis Rank #55
Maeve Rank #75

Genesis is more popular, ranked #55 vs #75 for Maeve.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Genesis ___

  • Genesis Rose
  • Genesis Marie
  • Genesis Grace
  • Genesis Faith
  • Genesis Hope
  • Genesis Renee

Maeve ___

  • Maeve Rose
  • Maeve Eileen
  • Maeve Grace
  • Maeve Josephine
  • Maeve Brigid
  • Maeve Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Genesis

Eden Zion Elijah Trinity Harmony

If you choose Maeve

Siobhan Roisin Cormac Finn Ciara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Genesis or Maeve more popular?

Genesis is more popular, ranked #55 compared to Maeve at #75 in the United States.

What do Genesis and Maeve mean?

Genesis means "birth, generation, coming into being" (Greek origin). Maeve means "she who intoxicates" (Old Irish origin).

Are Genesis and Maeve boy or girl names?

Genesis is primarily a girl name. Maeve is primarily a girl name.

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