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Meba

MEH-bah · of uncertain origin; possibly a modern coinage

2025 rank (boys)
#8,910
Babies named in 2025
8
Peak popularity
2024
2025 frequency
1 in 213,510 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2014

Rising since 2014, #8,910 for boys today.

Popularity of Meba since 2013

Babies named Meba per year in U.S. Social Security records.

511162020Most births 2022GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
2010s1768
2020s1075

Meaning & origin

Meba is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2013. Since 2014, it has been on a rising trajectory, with its peak year so far in 2024, though it remains extremely uncommon. In 2025, it ranked 8,910, with approximately 1 in 213,510 boys receiving the name. The name has not been recorded in any top states, suggesting it is used sparingly across the country. As a modern coinage without a clear etymology, Meba represents a contemporary naming trend where parents favor unique, phonetically pleasing sounds. Its exact origin is unknown, and it may be a creative invention with no historical or cultural precedents.

Meba is a name of uncertain origin, first recorded in the United States in 2013. It may be a modern invented name, possibly influenced by sounds from names like Mabel or variations of Meera. It has seen a gradual increase in usage since 2014, suggesting it is a contemporary creative choice rather than a name with deep historical roots.

Sibling names for Meba

Names that share Meba's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Mira, Naya, Lena, Ayla, Sara

Brothers: Kai, Noah, Liam, Eli, Jace

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Meba mean?
The meaning of Meba is uncertain. It is not derived from a known word in any language and is likely a modern invented name, possibly chosen for its pleasant sound.
How popular is the name Meba?
Meba is a very rare name. In 2025, it ranked 8,910 in the United States, meaning it was given to about 1 in 213,510 boys that year.
Is Meba a boy's name or a girl's name?
Meba is primarily used for boys, though it could be considered unisex.