Meara

Meara is a feminine first name that has its origins in Irish and Gaelic. Translated, it means "the Cheerful," "the Joyful," or "the Quick."

What does the name Meara mean?

The name Meara originates from Irish and Gaelic and is directly interpreted as "the Cheerful," "the Joyful," or "the Quick." Its roots can be found in the Gaelic word 'mear,' which means "quick," "nimble," "lively," or "spirited," as well as in the Irish 'meidhir,' which stands for "cheerfulness," "joyfulness," "joviality," or "pleasure." The pronunciation is like "meer + a."

Where does the name Meara come from?

The name Meara has Gaelic origins and means "the Cheerful." The Gaelic root word 'mear' represents terms like quick, nimble, lively, and spirited, while the Irish 'meidhir' is associated with cheerfulness, joyfulness, joviality, and pleasure. The language from which Meara originates is Irish.

How do you pronounce Meara?

The pronunciation of Meara is soft and flowing, as the name is two syllables. In German, it is often pronounced as "Me-ra" [ˈmeːʁa], while the English variant is known as [ˈmɪərə]. The name begins with a clear vowel that conveys a sense of lightness. The rolled or whispered "r" adds depth to the name, and the open "a" at the end provides a warm and broad tonal quality. Meara radiates a feminine, harmonious, and modern appeal.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Meara enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 960th on the list of most common female first names. In the last ten years, Meara has been chosen as a first name about 90 times, placing it at 2,674th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 3,225th. The global popularity of Meara can be traced through its rankings in the name charts of various countries.

Famous people

• Meara Stiller (actress)