Meyer

Meaning bringer of light
Origin German
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Meyer
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification Mey-er

About Meyer

When it comes to choosing a name for your baby boy, Meyer offers a blend of historical significance and modern appeal. With German origins, Meyer was originally an occupational surname denoting a "steward" or "administrator" entrusted with important responsibilities. This heritage grants the name a sense of reliability, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a name that reflects strength and trustworthiness.

Despite its traditional background, Meyer remains relevant and adaptable in contemporary settings. Its short and easy-to-pronounce structure makes it a name that is both distinctive and memorable. It also boasts a range of variations, such as Mayr, Maier, and Mayer, allowing parents to add a personal touch to their child's name.

Moreover, the name Meyer has found its way into popular culture through fictional characters like Meyer Wolfsheim from "The Great Gatsby," adding a touch of literary charm to its appeal.

Meyer is a timeless name that blends historical significance with modern adaptability, making it a fitting choice for parents looking to bestow their baby boy with a name that carries both strength and tradition.

Variations of Name Meyer

Mayr
Maier
Meier
Mayer
Meijer
Majer
Maire
Mayor
Meyr
Myer

Names Similar to Meyer

Meir
Mayer
Michael
Matthew
Mark
Max

Nicknames for Meyer

Mey
M
Mike
Meyers

Famous People Named Meyer

Meyer LanskyAmerican mobster and organized crime figure
Meyer LevinAmerican novelist and playwright
Meyer GuggenheimAmerican mining magnate and philanthropist
Meyer LondonAmerican socialist and Congressman
Meyer MeyerIsraeli Olympic wrestler
Meyer Emanuel RaabeGerman painter
Meyer Emanuel LevyDutch poet and playwright
Meyer PrinsteinAmerican Olympic athlete
Meyer FortesBritish anthropologist
Meyer HirschAmerican lawyer and activist
Meyer KupfermanAmerican composer
Meyer SchapiroAmerican art historian
Meyer SolzhenitsynAmerican conductor and pianist

Characters Named Meyer

Meyer WolfsheimFrom F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby"
Meyer LanskyFrom the television series "Boardwalk Empire"
Meyer SlawinskiFrom the novel "The Three Musketeers" by Alexandre Dumas
Meyer Harris "Mickey" CohenFrom the movie "Gangster Squad"