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Myer

♀ Girl

Pronounced MY-ur /ˈmaɪ.ər/Medium

Meaning: A surname derived from Meir (Hebrew, 'giving light; one who shines'), also linked to the German Meyer ('steward; headman'). Used here for a girl though it usually reads male — we flag the lean honestly.Low

In 30 seconds: A surname-name of light: Myer ties to Meir ('giving light') (said 'MY-ur'). Usually reads male — we flag the lean.
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Origin LowHebrew, English
MeaningA surname derived from Meir (Hebrew, 'giving light; one who shines'), also linked to the German Meyer ('steward; headman'). Used here for a girl though it usually reads male — we flag the lean honestly.
U.S. rank (2024)#16874 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 38

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320132024

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Myer derives from Meir ('giving light,' Hebrew) and the German Meyer ('steward; headman'). As a girl's given name it is a modern surname pick; it usually reads male, which we flag honestly — rare in the U.S. (said 'MY-ur').

For girls it appears only rarely, against surname and boys' use. Rare, surname-style, and crisp.

Did you know? Myer is a surname from Meir, Hebrew for 'giving light; one who shines' (and linked to German Meyer, 'steward') — used here for a girl, though it usually reads male, which we flag honestly (said 'MY-ur').
Overall data confidence 36%
References — Myer — surname from Meir 'giving light'; usually male; flagged cross-sex

Variations

MeyerMeirMyers

Nicknames

MyRye

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Myer mean?

Myer is a surname from Meir, Hebrew for 'giving light; one who shines.'

How do you pronounce Myer?

It's said MY-ur /ˈmaɪ.ər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Myer a boy or girl name?

Myer is used here for a girl, but it usually reads male — we flag the lean honestly.

How popular is Myer?

Myer is a very rare girl's name in the U.S.

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