Meera
Meaningname of a poet-saint · Sanskrit
Meera is an Indian girl name meaning “name of a poet-saint”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- AnagramShuffle the letters of Meera and you get Ameer. Same letters, different name.
- GenerationMeera is having its moment right now. Most Meeras are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Meera would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 6,532 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryMeera first shows up in US birth records in 1965, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 60 years since.
- Where it's lovedWant to meet a lot of Meeras? Head to Massachusetts, where it's the #375 girl name, its best showing of any state.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Meera
Meera is a girl name of Indian origin meaning “name of a poet-saint”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It has been around for generations, yet it's never been more loved than it is today. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Indian names
More Indian girl names
- Girl name: Maya · illusion
- Girl name: Lyla · night
- Unisex name: Arya · noble
- Girl name: Kali · black
- Girl name: Serena · calm, serene
- Girl name: Mira · wonderful
- Girl name: Amber · amber resin
- Unisex name: Veda · knowledge
Questions about the name Meera
What does the name Meera mean?
Meera means “name of a poet-saint” and comes from Sanskrit. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Santana (“Saint Anne”), Eren (“saint, holy person”), Nevin (“little saint”) and Vianey (“after Saint John Vianney”).
What is the origin of the name Meera?
Meera is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Sanskrit. Other Indian names to consider are Maya (“illusion”), Lyla (“night”), Arya (“noble”) and Kali (“black”).
Is Meera a boy or girl name?
Meera is a girl name. In 2025, 246 US girls were named Meera.
How popular is the name Meera?
Meera ranked #1,016 for US girls in 2025, given to 246 babies. That's its best rank ever: the name is at the height of its popularity right now. Over the last five years it has climbed 278 places.
What names are similar to Meera?
If you like Meera, you might also like Santana, Eren, Nevin and Vianey.
What should I know before naming my baby Meera?
Meera is an Indian girl name meaning “name of a poet-saint”, with Sanskrit roots. Sanskrit names are rich in meaning, often drawn from nature, virtues or Hindu tradition. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.