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At a Glance
- Meaning
- She who intoxicates
- Origin
- Irish (Old Irish, from Proto-Celtic)
- Pronunciation
- MAYV
Medb is an Irish name pronounced MAYV, which surprises many parents who first see the spelling. It comes from Old Irish, by way of Proto-Celtic, and means "she who intoxicates." If you want a name with real Irish roots that sounds simple and short out loud, Medb fits.
Meaning & Origin of Medb
Meaning: She who intoxicates.
Origin: Irish (Old Irish, from Proto-Celtic).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Medb
MAYVIPA /meɪv/
Popularity of Medb
Medb does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Medb mean?
She who intoxicates. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Medb?
Medb is pronounced MAYV (IPA: /meɪv/).
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