Meta Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMET-uh / /ˈmɛtə/Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: 'gift'; Latin: 'mother'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Meta has roots in Greek, where it is derived from the word for 'gift'. In Latin, it can be associated with the word for 'mother', reflecting nurturing qualities. The name is relatively uncommon and has seen varied usage across different cultures. It has been used in literature and art, often symbolizing themes of motherhood and generosity.
Trend Summary
The name Meta has not been widely popular in the United States, remaining relatively rare.
Similar Names
Variants
- Metta
International Variants
- Meta (German)
- Méta (French)
Famous people named Meta
—
Fictional characters named Meta
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Meta was first seen in the United States in 1880. Meta has ranked as high as #291 nationally, which occurred in 1892, and has been most popular in New York, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Meta has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Meta (1973)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 37 |
| 1881 | 30 |
| 1882 | 51 |
| 1883 | 52 |
| 1884 | 76 |
| 1885 | 72 |
| 1886 | 77 |
| 1887 | 71 |
| 1888 | 99 |
| 1889 | 85 |
| 1890 | 115 |
| 1891 | 91 |
| 1892 | 127 |
| 1893 | 118 |
| 1894 | 93 |
| 1895 | 122 |
| 1896 | 122 |
| 1897 | 109 |
| 1898 | 100 |
| 1899 | 107 |
| 1900 | 96 |
| 1901 | 106 |
| 1902 | 83 |
| 1903 | 78 |
| 1904 | 62 |
| 1905 | 72 |
| 1906 | 82 |
| 1907 | 70 |
| 1908 | 67 |
| 1909 | 58 |
| 1910 | 48 |
| 1911 | 55 |
| 1912 | 85 |
| 1913 | 92 |
| 1914 | 99 |
| 1915 | 126 |
| 1916 | 122 |
| 1917 | 112 |
| 1918 | 117 |
| 1919 | 94 |
| 1920 | 92 |
| 1921 | 102 |
| 1922 | 81 |
| 1923 | 98 |
| 1924 | 76 |
| 1925 | 79 |
| 1926 | 68 |
| 1927 | 56 |
| 1928 | 58 |
| 1929 | 46 |
| 1930 | 43 |
| 1931 | 36 |
| 1932 | 43 |
| 1933 | 41 |
| 1934 | 37 |
| 1935 | 44 |
| 1936 | 46 |
| 1937 | 31 |
| 1938 | 32 |
| 1939 | 38 |
| 1940 | 36 |
| 1941 | 47 |
| 1942 | 42 |
| 1943 | 18 |
| 1944 | 31 |
| 1945 | 30 |
| 1946 | 30 |
| 1947 | 34 |
| 1948 | 31 |
| 1949 | 34 |
| 1950 | 38 |
| 1951 | 36 |
| 1952 | 56 |
| 1953 | 69 |
| 1954 | 42 |
| 1955 | 37 |
| 1956 | 46 |
| 1957 | 42 |
| 1958 | 43 |
| 1959 | 42 |
| 1960 | 41 |
| 1961 | 47 |
| 1962 | 43 |
| 1963 | 37 |
| 1964 | 33 |
| 1965 | 32 |
| 1966 | 36 |
| 1967 | 19 |
| 1968 | 18 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 17 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 10 |