Hebrew

Meira

Pronounced may-EER-uhShare

Meaning: One who gives light

  • Girl
  • Uncommon
  • 3 syllables

The story

Meira is the feminine form of Hebrew Meir, giving light. Its meaning emphasizes illumination as something offered.

Nicknames

  • Mei
  • Meiri

Spellings & variants

  • Meirah

Popularity

Uncommon

Outside the US top 1,000.

Style

Origins

Meira comes from Hebrew.

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