Maven
MAY-ven
Word name or Hebrew
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Maven Origin and Meaning
The name Maven is a girl's name of Hebrew, English origin meaning "one who understands".
In English, the word 'maven' refers to an expert or connoisseur, someone who possesses deep knowledge. Comedian Tracy Morgan brought this name into the spotlight when he chose it for his daughter, Maven Sonae, in 2013. Now, over 100 newborn girls in the US are given this name each year.
With its similarity to the classic Irish name Maeve and the trendy, serene Haven, Maven strikes a balance between being unique yet familiar, making it a modern favorite for parents seeking something distinctive yet approachable.
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Famous People Named Maven
- Maven Klint HuffmanAmerican male pro wrestler
- Maven Sonae Morgan (b. 2013)daughter of American actor and comedian Tracy Morgan
Maven in Pop Culture
- Maven Blackbriarcharacter in the video game "The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim"
- Maven CaloreKing in "Red Queen" series by Victoria Aveyard
- Maven (f) Also MavinMavine, Mavon. Mabyn is probably also from the same name, Irish Maeve (Meadhbh), name of a 1st c. queen, but of unknown meaning." (Entry in The Facts on File Dictionary of First Names (1983)