Mavis
/mayvihs/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Mavis is a English name meaning "Song thrush". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Austria, Bangladesh, BE, BG. The origin of Mavis is uncertain, but it is believed to be derived from the French word "mauvis," which means "song thrush".
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic mayvihs
IPA meɪvɪs
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as mayvihs. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Mavis
- · Mavis Staples - Singer
- · Mavis Leno - Philanthropist
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