Meira Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAY-rah / ˈmeɪrəHebrew; Yiddish
Meaning
Hebrew: light; Yiddish: a form of the name Meir, meaning 'to illuminate'
Historical & Cultural Background
Meira is a name with Hebrew origins, often associated with light and illumination. In Jewish culture, names that signify light are considered auspicious. The name has also been adopted in Yiddish-speaking communities, reflecting a blend of cultural influences. It is relatively modern in usage and has gained popularity in various regions.
Trend Summary
Meira has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Meyra
- Meir
International Variants
- Meira (Hebrew)
- Meira (Yiddish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Meira was first seen in the United States in 1973. Meira has ranked as high as #1275 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in New York, New Jersey, California, Maryland, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Meira has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Meira (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 15 | |
| NJ | 6 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 26 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 30 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 30 |
| 2004 | 37 |
| 2005 | 42 |
| 2006 | 48 |
| 2007 | 45 |
| 2008 | 47 |
| 2009 | 51 |
| 2010 | 50 |
| 2011 | 72 |
| 2012 | 50 |
| 2013 | 49 |
| 2014 | 55 |
| 2015 | 53 |
| 2016 | 57 |
| 2017 | 62 |
| 2018 | 63 |
| 2019 | 61 |
| 2020 | 81 |
| 2021 | 72 |
| 2022 | 63 |
| 2023 | 59 |
| 2024 | 65 |