Meaning and Etymology
The Sanskrit word mīra (मीर) means “sea, ocean”[1]. Some naming sources also interpret Meera as meaning “prosperous” or “beloved” based on alternative derivations[2]. The name therefore carries both a literal natural‑world meaning and an auspicious connotation.
Origin and Language Usage
Meera originates from Sanskrit, an ancient Indo‑Aryan language of the Indian subcontinent[1]. It is documented as a personal name in several modern Indian languages, including Hindi, Marathi, Malayalam, Tamil and Kannada, each using its own native script[1][3]. The spelling “Meera” is also used in English contexts as a transliteration variant.
Pronunciation
In English‑language guides the name is pronounced “meeh‑rah”, reflecting the typical South‑Asian articulation[4].
Spellings and Variants
Common variants include “Meera” and “Mira”. The latter appears as an alternative spelling in Hindi, Marathi, Malayalam, Tamil and Kannada[1]. Native script forms are: मीरा (Hindi), മീര (Malayalam), மீரா (Tamil), ಮೀರಾ (Kannada).
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Meera mean?
In Sanskrit, Meera (mīra) means “sea, ocean”[1]. Some sources also associate it with the meaning “prosperous” or “beloved”[2].
Is Meera a male or female name?
Meera is documented as a feminine (Girl) name in the sources consulted[1].
In which languages is the name Meera used?
Meera is used in Hindi, Marathi, Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada and English, with each language having its own native script representation[1][3].
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References
Follow the sources to explore the evidence and context behind this article.
- Meaning, origin and history of the name Mira (1) - Behind the Name; https://www.behindthename.com/name/mira-1
- Meaning of the name Meera; https://www.wisdomlib.org/names/meera
- Related Name Family Tree for the name Meera - Behind the Name; https://www.behindthename.com/name/meera/tree
- Meera Meaning, History, Origin And Popularity; https://www.momjunction.com/baby-names/meera/