Mecca Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEK-uh / /ˈmɛkə/Arabic; English
Meaning
Arabic: 'a place of pilgrimage'; English: 'a place of gathering'
Historical & Cultural Background
Mecca is a city in Saudi Arabia that is considered the holiest site in Islam. Every year, millions of Muslims travel to Mecca to perform the Hajj pilgrimage, which is one of the Five Pillars of Islam. The name Mecca has also been adopted in various contexts to signify a central or important place. In English-speaking cultures, it may be used metaphorically to describe a gathering place.
Trend Summary
The name Mecca has seen limited use in the United States, with occasional spikes in popularity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mecca was first seen in the United States in 1975. Mecca has ranked as high as #1268 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Virginia, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Mecca has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mecca (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 11 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| TX | 7 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| LA | 5 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 32 |
| 2016 | 34 |
| 2017 | 47 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2019 | 51 |
| 2020 | 55 |
| 2021 | 68 |
| 2022 | 93 |
| 2023 | 108 |
| 2024 | 89 |