Meena

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Meena Pronunciation

Meena is pronounced MEE-nah /ˈmi.nɑ/High

Meaning: From Sanskrit mina, 'fish' (a zodiac sign), and Persian mina, 'blue gemstone, enamel, heaven'High

In 30 seconds: Fish of the zodiac, blue gem of Persia: Meena shimmers across cultures — graceful, jewel-bright, and beloved. Small name, deep waters.

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Origin HighSanskrit, Persian

MeaningFrom Sanskrit mina, 'fish' (a zodiac sign), and Persian mina, 'blue gemstone, enamel, heaven'

U.S. rank (2024)#4083 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births36 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2008

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,540

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Meena comes from Sanskrit mina, 'fish' (the Pisces sign), and Persian mina, 'blue gemstone, enamel, heaven'. A cherished classic across South Asia and the Persian world, it carries grace and color.

In the U.S. it appears in Indian and Persian families. Rare, fish-or-gem at the root, and lustrous.

Did you know? Meena means 'fish' in Sanskrit (the zodiac sign Pisces) and 'azure gem' or 'enamel' in Persian — a name that swims and sparkles at once.

Overall data confidence 82%

References — mina (Sanskrit/Persian) — etymology

Variations

MinaMenaMeenah

Nicknames

Mee

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How do you pronounce Meena?

Meena is pronounced MEE-nah (/ˈmi.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Meena said aloud.

How do you say Meena?

Meena is said MEE-nah (/ˈmi.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Meena said aloud.

What does the name Meena mean?

Meena is Sanskrit for 'fish' and Persian for 'blue gemstone, enamel'.

Is Meena a boy or girl name?

Meena is a girl's name.

How popular is Meena?

Meena is a rare name in the U.S.