Maven

MAY-ven

American word name or Hebrew

"one who understands"

Maven Origin and Meaning

The name Maven is a boy's name meaning "one who understands".

In English, a maven can be defined as an expert or connoisseur. Maven feels more nameworthy than some other word choices given its similarity to names like Raven and Haven.

Popularity of the name Maven

• 1628 Nameberry 2025

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The name Maven in Pop Culture

• Maven Calore Character in Victoria Aveyard's Red Queen series