Meara

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Meara Pronunciation

Meara is pronounced MEER-ah /ˈmɪr.ɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Irish O'Meara — possibly 'merry, full of mirth' or linked to 'the sea'; routes debatedLow

In 30 seconds: Merry and Irish: Meara is the O'Meara surname — possibly 'full of mirth' (or 'sea'). Lyrical, warm, and cheerful.

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Origin MediumIrish

MeaningFrom Irish O'Meara — possibly 'merry, full of mirth' or linked to 'the sea'; routes debated

U.S. rank (2024)#4249 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births34 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2015

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,383

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Meara comes from the Irish surname O'Meara (Ó Meadhra) — possibly 'merry, full of mirth', or linked to 'the sea' (routes debated, which we note). A lyrical, cheerful Irish name.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, merry-or-sea at the root, and warm.

Did you know? Meara comes from the Irish surname O'Meara — possibly 'merry, full of mirth'; comedian Anne Meara made it familiar, and it echoes 'the sea' too.

Overall data confidence 65%

Behind the Name — Meara — routes debated

Variations

MeraMiraMeera

Nicknames

Mira

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Meara?

Meara is pronounced MEER-ah (/ˈmɪr.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Meara said aloud.

How do you say Meara?

Meara is said MEER-ah (/ˈmɪr.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Meara said aloud.

What does the name Meara mean?

Meara is the Irish O'Meara surname, possibly 'merry, full of mirth' or linked to 'the sea'; the routes are debated.

Is Meara a boy or girl name?

Meara is a girl's name.

How popular is Meara?

Meara is a rare name in the U.S.