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Myer Pronunciation

Myer is pronounced MY-er /ˈmaɪ.ər/High

Meaning: From Hebrew Meir, 'one who shines, brings light'; also a Germanic surname Meyer, 'steward, farmer, mayor'Medium

In 30 seconds: A bringer of light — or a respected steward: Myer draws on Hebrew Meir, 'one who shines', and the German Meyer, 'farmer/steward'. Two warm roots in one crisp, vintage name.

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Origin MediumHebrew, Germanic

MeaningFrom Hebrew Meir, 'one who shines, brings light'; also a Germanic surname Meyer, 'steward, farmer, mayor'

U.S. rank (2024)#3654 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births31 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1918

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,047

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Myer draws on two roots: Hebrew Meir, 'one who shines, brings light' (a revered sage's name), and the Germanic surname Meyer, originally a 'steward, head farmer, or mayor'. A crisp surname-and-given name, it reads vintage and warm.

In the U.S. it appears in Jewish and German-heritage families. Rare, light-or-steward at the root, and vintage.

Did you know? Meir, one root of Myer, means 'illuminating' — Rabbi Meir was a great Talmudic sage — while the German Meyer named the head steward of an estate, a position of trust.

Overall data confidence 72%

Behind the Name — Meir / Meyer — dual etymology

Variations

MeirMeyerMayer

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Myer?

Myer is pronounced MY-er (/ˈmaɪ.ər/). Press play above to hear Myer said aloud.

How do you say Myer?

Myer is said MY-er (/ˈmaɪ.ər/). Press play above to hear Myer said aloud.

What does the name Myer mean?

Myer is from Hebrew Meir, 'one who shines, brings light', or the German Meyer, 'steward, farmer'.

Is Myer a boy or girl name?

Myer is a boy's name.

How popular is Myer?

Myer is a rare name in the U.S.