Meria Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMER-ee-uh / /ˈmɛr.i.ə/Hebrew; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: 'bitter'; Latin: 'of the sea'
Historical & Cultural Background
Meria is a name that has roots in Hebrew, where it is often associated with the meaning 'bitter.' In Latin, it is linked to the sea, suggesting a connection to nature. The name is relatively uncommon and may be seen as a variant of other names like Maria. Its usage can be found in various cultures, though it is not widely popular.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maria
- Mery
International Variants
- Maria (Spanish)
- Mariya (Russian)
- Mária (Hungarian)
Famous people named Meria
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Fictional characters named Meria
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Meria was first seen in the United States in 1951. Meria has ranked as high as #1135 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Meria has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Meria
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |