Bitter or pearl; also a diminutive of Mary or Mabel
Maeby is a modern invented name, most famously created for the television series Arrested Development. It is phonetically derived from the word 'maybe' or serves as a creative diminutive of names like Mary or Mabel. While it lacks a deep historical etymology, it carries the whimsical charm of its pop-culture origins.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Maeby in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Main character and daughter of Lindsay and Tobias · Arrested Development
