Mavis
Song thrush bird.
France, United Kingdom
Girl · M
Mavis
“Song thrush bird.”
Name Details & Attributes
Meanings
Songbird
Syllables
2
About this name
Derived from the Old French 'mauvis'. Popularized in the late 19th century, notably appearing in Marie Corelli's novel 'The Sorrows of Satan', it symbolizes musicality.
It means "Song thrush bird." Mavis has France and United Kingdom origins. It is pronounced May-vis. It is traditionally associated with Christianity. It is associated with themes of Nature and Music. Its listed personality traits are Melodic and Cheerful. It has 2 syllables and 5 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Mave.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mavis mean?
The name Mavis means "Song thrush bird."
What origin is the name Mavis?
Mavis has France and United Kingdom origins.
Is Mavis a boy or girl name?
Mavis is traditionally a girl's name.
How do you pronounce Mavis?
Mavis is pronounced May-vis.
Is Mavis popular?
Mavis has a popularity score of 74 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.
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