Meera

The name Meera is a female gender name that is mainly popular in the South Asian subcontinent, especially India. The name Meera was popularized by a 16th-century Hindi poet named Meerabai, a devotee of Lord Krishna. The meaning of Meera is ‘a saintly woman’ or ‘prosperous’ in Sanskrit and Hebrew, respectively. The name is also seen in history as Mahatma Gandhi named one of his British followers and Indian freedom movement supporter Madeleine Slade as Meerben. In Latin, the name Meera means ‘wonderful’. The name Meera could symbolize the good news or happiness the child brings to the family. According to Hindu culture, this name can be inspired by Meera bai or symbolize prosperous life. This name is used in several parts of the world. The name Meera can be used for females who are just born and are the hope of the family. Like Meera Bai, females named Meera can be full of divine joy, patience, and a source of enlightenment.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

prosperous

Origin

; Sanskrit

Numerology

M is for mirth, your laughter.

E is for eternal, your spirit will live.

E is for elegant, born within you.

R is for reasonable, your understanding way.

A is for acquaintance, the many friends you know.

Lucky

Meera lucky number is 6.

Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Meera

• Carlin Glynn American actress (and mother of Mary Stuart Masterson)
• Carlin Brianne Bates 9th child (5th daughter) of the reality TV show Bringing Up Bates family
• George Carlin American comedian

Meera in Pop Culture

• "Maggie Mae " folk song covered by the Beatles
• "Maggie M'Gill" song by the Doors
• Margaret "Maggie" Pierce character on "Grey's Anatomy"
• Maggie Lang character in the movie "Ant,Man"
• Margaret "Maggie" Duval a character on MTV's "Scream," also Emma Duval's mother