Megara
Fact sheet
- Name
- Megara
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Megara is a female first name that has its origins in Greek mythology. The exact origins are unclear, but the name is often associated with the meanings 'the grudge' or 'the hall'.
What does the name Megara mean?
The name Megara, which originates from Greek mythology, could have the meanings 'the grudge' or 'the hall'. Its roots lie in Ancient Greek, possibly derived from the word megairo (μεγαίρω), meaning 'grudge', or megaron (μέγαρον), meaning 'hall' or 'large room'. Megara was also one of the oldest cities in Greece. In Greek mythology, Megara was the daughter of Creon and the wife of Heracles.
Where does the name Megara come from?
The first name Megara has Ancient Greek roots and is often translated as 'the grudge'. The Ancient Greek terms are megairo (μεγαίρω) for 'grudge' and megaron (μέγαρον) for 'hall' or 'large room'. The language from which the name originates is Greek.
How do you pronounce Megara?
Me-ga-ra, where the 'e' is pronounced like in 'more'.
Popularity
In Germany, Megara is a rather rare name and has not appeared in the German name popularity lists so far. In Austria, the name reached its highest ranking in 2017 at 1,907th place in the name charts. In the last ten years, Megara has been given as a first name there less than 10 times, which earned it 5,065th place in the ten-year statistics. From 1984 to 2024, it ranks 7,542nd in Austria.
Nicknames & pet names
Gari / Meg / Mega / Meggie
Famous people
- Megara (character from Disney's 'Hercules')
- Megara (character from the animated film 'Hercules')
Frequently asked questions about the name Megara
What does the name Megara mean?
The name Megara could have the meanings 'the grudge' or 'the hall', derived from the Ancient Greek words megairo for 'grudge' and megaron for 'hall' or 'large room'.
Where does the name Megara come from?
The name Megara has its roots in Ancient Greek and is closely associated with Greek mythology, where Megara was the daughter of Creon and the wife of Heracles.
How popular is the name Megara?
The name Megara is relatively rare and has not gained the same popularity as other Greek names in modern times, but it is gaining interest due to its mythological connection.