| Meaning | sea, bitter |
| Origin | Gaelic, Irish |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Mea-ra |
About Meara
Soft yet substantial, Meara offers a distinctive choice that feels both ancient and approachable. This name whispers rather than shouts, carrying understated elegance that rewards those who take time to appreciate its qualities. The simplicity of its two-syllable structure belies a rich cultural heritage and musical pronunciation. Meara works beautifully for parents seeking something uncommon without being bizarre, traditional without being dated. The name's gentle sounds create an impression of warmth and approachability while maintaining sufficient substance for professional contexts. Its rarity in most regions guarantees your daughter likely won't share her name with classmates, yet it remains intuitive enough that pronunciation issues rarely arise. Meara possesses a timeless quality that transcends temporary trends, making it equally suitable for a child, teenager, or accomplished adult. The name suggests depth and thoughtfulness, qualities that grow more valuable with age.
Nicknames for Meara
| Mea |
| Mearie |
| Mimi |
| Emmy |
Famous People Named Meara
| Meara Hayden | American actress and comedian |
| Meara Levezow | Australian journalist and television presenter |
| Meara O'Reilly | American musician and composer |
| Meara McIntosh | Scottish politician |
| Meara Khayami | Iranian actress |
| Meara Nigro | American soccer player |
| Meara Erickson | Canadian biathlete |
| Meara Kennedy | American singer-songwriter |
| Meara Sharma | Indian-American journalist and filmmaker |
| Meara Owen | British artist |
| Meara Kallista Morse | American author and entrepreneur |
| Meara Dietrick | American dancer and choreographer |
| Meara Egan | American poet and editor |
| Meara Hamidian | Iranian visual artist |
| Meara Wilson | American actress and playwright |
| Meara Geraty | American actress and producer |
| Meara Kirsanov | American screenwriter and director |
| Meara Platt | American romance novelist |
| Meara de Roiste | Irish politician and educator |
Characters Named Meara
| Meara Quinn | Character in the "Daughters of Fire" book series by Christine Pope |
| Meara McAllister | Character in the "Guardians of the Stone" series by Tanya Anne Crosby |
| Meara Plath | Character in the "Wings of Fire" series by Tui T. Sutherland |
| Meara Darcy | Character in the "Wild Irish" series by Mari Carr |
| Meara Llywelyn | Character in the "Chronicles of the Cheysuli" series by Jennifer Roberson |
| Meara Kincaid | Character in the "Tales of the Latter Kingdoms" series by Christine Pope |
| Meara O'Connor | Character in the "O'Connor Family" series by Katie Reus |
| Meara Greymere | Character in the "Clan of the Wolves" series by Karen Kay |
| Meara Sutherland | Character in the "Clan Sutherland" series by Mary Wine |