Mavie

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Fact sheet

Name
Mavie
Gender
Girl name
Syllables
2

Mavie is a contemporary German girl's name, the exact origin of which is not clearly defined. Folk etymologically, it is associated with 'my life', while it can also be interpreted as 'the song thrush'.

What does the name Mavie mean?

The name Mavie has modern roots in the German-speaking area and is often understood as 'my life'. The origins of the name could lie in the French expression ma vie for 'my life' or in the Old French word mauvis for 'song thrush'. In Irish Gaelic, it is interpreted as 'the bringer of good news'. There is also a connection to the name Mavis.

Where does the name Mavie come from?

The origin of Mavie is Old French and means 'my life'. The Old French

How do you pronounce Mavie?

The pronunciation of Mavie is harmonious and consists of two syllables. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Ma-vie' [maˈviː], with the name starting with a warm A sound that signals openness. The long 'ie' in the second syllable gives the sound brightness and lightness. This combination of a gentle beginning and a clear ending gives Mavie a modern freshness, making it friendly and delicate - contemporary, soft, and simultaneously clearly defined.

Popularity

In Germany, Mavie enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 393rd on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2023 at 381st. In the last ten years, Mavie has been given as a first name around 750 times, which places it at 629th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 721st. Worldwide, the popularity of the name is reflected in the first name charts of various countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Avin / Machen / Mai / Matschi / May / Vivi

Similar first names

Mavin

Famous people

  • Mavie Bardanzellu (American actress)
  • Mavie Hörbiger (actress)
  • Mavie Horbiger (Australian actress)
  • Mavie Marcos (singer)
  • Mavie Noelle (YouTuber)

Frequently asked questions about the name Mavie

What is the origin of the name Mavie?

Mavie has its roots in Old French and means 'my life'. The name could also originate from Celtic, where it is interpreted as 'singing bird'.

What does the name Mavie mean?

Mavie is often understood as 'my life', based on the French expression 'ma vie'. Additionally, there are interpretations in Irish Gaelic that see the name as 'the bringer of good news'.

How popular is the name Mavie?

Mavie has been increasingly popular in recent years, especially in the German-speaking area, and is often perceived as a modern and fresh name.

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