girl name · Sanskrit origin
Meera
/ MEE-rah /
Meaning
Meera means Devotee; sea (Sanskrit).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Sanskrit
Pronunciation
MEE-rah
Popularity
#1020 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Meera in the US, 1880–2025
Meera first appears in US records in 1965. It peaked in 2025, when 246 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 246.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Meera mean?
Meera evokes the poet-saint devoted to Krishna; the sound also echoes the sea.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Meera mean?
Meera means Devotee; sea. Meera evokes the poet-saint devoted to Krishna; the sound also echoes the sea.
What is the origin of the name Meera?
Meera is of Sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Meera?
Meera is pronounced “MEE-rah.”
Is Meera a boy or a girl name?
Meera is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Meera?
In 2025, Meera ranked #1020 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Meera most popular?
Meera was most popular in 2025, when about 246 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.