Megha Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAY-gah / ˈmeɪɡəSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: cloud; Hindi: rain cloud
Historical & Cultural Background
Megha is a feminine name commonly used in India and among Hindi-speaking populations. In Sanskrit literature, clouds are often associated with beauty and fertility. The name reflects the natural elements and is often used in poetic contexts. It is also linked to the monsoon season, which is significant in Indian culture.
Trend Summary
The name Megha has seen moderate popularity in India but is less common in Western countries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Megh
- Meghna
International Variants
- Meghna (Hindi)
Famous people named Megha
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Fictional characters named Megha
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Megha was first seen in the United States in 1978. Megha has ranked as high as #1224 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, New Jersey, Illinois, Texas, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Megha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Megha (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| TX | 5 | |
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 25 |
| 1996 | 33 |
| 1997 | 34 |
| 1998 | 39 |
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 52 |
| 2001 | 75 |
| 2002 | 48 |
| 2003 | 40 |
| 2004 | 47 |
| 2005 | 35 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 39 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 18 |