How Many People Are Named Maven?
Complete statistics for the name Maven: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Maven means 'expert' and has a very rare presence in the US, with just 1,617 people bearing this name, making up 1 in 204,072 Americans. It's a name that's really taking off, peaking in popularity in 2023.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life path number 1 symbolizes leadership and independence.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 8All 1,629 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2023Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Maven Through the Generations
Maven stands out as a name that's truly of its time, with all 1,629 individuals under 30 years old, indicating a strong preference among younger parents. The name reached its peak in 2023 with 204 births, showing a clear upward trend. With no one aged 30 or older, it's safe to say Maven is a modern choice, embraced by a new generation of families.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
📄 About the Name Maven
How Many People Have the Name Maven?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 121 people in the United States currently share the name Maven. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,739,250 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Maven a Common or Rare Name?
Maven is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Maven in SSA data, approximately 29% are male and 71% are female.
When Was Maven Most Popular?
The name Maven reached peak popularity in 2023, with 204 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Maven?
Approximately 121 people named Maven live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 121. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,739,250 Americans.
Is Maven a rare name?
Maven is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,739,250 Americans has this name.
What does the name Maven mean?
Maven means "expert".
Is Maven more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 29% of people named Maven are male and 71% are female.
When was Maven most popular?
Maven peaked in 2023 with 204 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.