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Meira

♀ Girl

Pronounced meh-EE /me.ΛˆΚ”iʁ/Medium

Meaning: giving light, shiningMedium

In 30 seconds: Meira is a Hebrew name meaning 'giving light' or 'shining'.
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Origin MediumHebrew
Meaninggiving light, shining
U.S. rank (2024)#2675 β†— Rising
2024 U.S. births65 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2020
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 1,564

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 202019732024

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

History & Origin

From the Hebrew root tied to light, Meira carries the sense of shining or giving light, a bright and hopeful meaning. It is the feminine counterpart to names in the same light-giving family and stands here without listed variations or bearers.

Its luminous meaning and smooth two-syllable sound give it a warm, radiant quality well suited to families drawn to Hebrew names.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Meira is 'giving light', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
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If you like Meira…

Meirβ€” the masculine form of the same Hebrew 'giving light' name
Lioraβ€” another Hebrew name built around the idea of light
Miraβ€” a near-twin in sound with a similarly bright feel
Noaβ€” a related short Hebrew girl's name with a gentle sound

Frequently Asked

What does the name Meira mean?

Meira is usually explained as meaning 'giving light' and is most often linked with Hebrew tradition.

How do you pronounce Meira?

It's commonly said meh-EE /me.ΛˆΚ”iʁ/.

Is Meira a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Meira is used as a girl name.

How popular is Meira?

In 2024, Meira ranked #2675 in the U.S. for girls, with 65 births recorded.