| Meaning | expert, connoisseur |
| Origin | Latin, Roman |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Maven |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ma-ven |
About Maven
Maven makes an audacious statement: this child will be an expert, a connoisseur, someone who masters whatever captures her interest. This word-name trend exemplifies modern naming philosophy, choosing names that embody aspirational qualities rather than traditional roots. Maven is sharp, concise, and impossible to ignore—just two syllables that pack serious punch. The name suggests intelligence, expertise, and a certain savviness that parents hope will characterize their daughter's journey through life. It's bold without being bizarre, unusual without being unpronounceable. Maven fits comfortably in contemporary naming culture while maintaining enough uniqueness to ensure your daughter won't share her name with multiple classmates. The strong "M" beginning and "V" middle create powerful phonetic presence. This name suits innovative families, those who think outside conventional boxes and aren't constrained by traditional naming parameters. Maven: distinctive, intelligent, and utterly unforgettable.
Nicknames for Maven
| Mav |
| Mae |
| Ven |
| Mavie |
Famous People Named Maven
| Marcela Agoncillo | Filipina revolutionary and designer of the Philippine flag |
| Marcela Lombardo Otero | Mexican feminist and advocate for women's rights |
| Marcela Acuña | Argentine professional boxer and world champion |
| Marcela Bovio | Mexican singer-songwriter and violinist |
| Marcela Pinochet | Chilean filmmaker and screenwriter |
| Marcela Valladolid | Mexican-American chef and cookbook author |
| Marcela Tauro | Argentine journalist and television presenter |
| Marcela Serrano | Chilean novelist and author |
| Marcela Morelo | Argentine singer-songwriter |
| Marcela Feudale | Argentine radio personality and comedian |
Characters Named Maven
| Marcela Solis | A character from the TV series "El Señor de los Cielos" |
| Marcela Samonte | A character from the Filipino TV series "FPJ's Ang Probinsyano" |
| Marcela de la Mar | A character from the novel "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez |
| Marcela Templeton | A character from the TV series "CSI - Miami" |
| Marcela Morales | A character from the TV series "Pablo Escobar - The Drug Lord" |
| Marcela Valencia | A character from the TV series "La Casa de las Flores" |
| Marcela Duarte | A character from the Brazilian TV series "Viver a Vida" |