Holding steady.
Popularity of Meha since 1988
Babies named Meha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 37 |
| 2000s | 87 |
| 2010s | 49 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Meha is a name of cross-cultural resonance, drawing from Sanskrit, Arabic, and Hebrew origins. First recorded in the United States in 1988, it has maintained a stable but rare usage, peaking in 2003 in terms of births. Though it has never reached the top 1,000 names, its steady but low frequency (about 1 in every million female births in recent years) appeals to parents seeking a name that is both meaningful and uncommon. The name's connection to the Sanskrit 'maha' (great) and its similarity to more familiar names like Maya and Mia contribute to its subtle charm. Its trajectory shows consistent but modest adoption, reflecting a niche but enduring appeal.
Meha has multiple potential origins. In Sanskrit, it means 'great, mighty, splendid' and is related to the word 'maha' (great). It is also used as a variant of the Arabic name Maysa or the Hebrew name Meira, meaning 'light'. In some contexts, it is a feminine form of Mehdi. The name saw modest use in the United States from the late 1980s, peaking in 2003.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mimi, Meh
Sibling names for Meha
Names that share Meha's style, for a brother or sister.
