Mera: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: m-ehr-ah
Origin: Egypt
gender-female

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Updated on Jun 12, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North Africa, Western Asia, Middle East
Meaning: Commander

Mera is a short feminine name with multiple origins, including Arabic, and English. It means "commander" or "princess, " and has been used in various cultures. In Hebrew, It means "bitter, " while in Arabic, it can imply "treetop, " "proverb, " or "corn sheaf. " The name has been popularized by fictional characters, such as Queen Mera from DC Comics. Mera is also a variation of the name Mara, which means "bitter" in Hebrew. The name's diverse origins and meanings make it a rich and versatile choice for parents looking for a unique name with deep cultural roots.

Mera Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Mera is currently #8887 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Mera is currently #4992 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Mera is currently #4273 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Mera is currently #2396 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Mera is currently #4689 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Mera is currently #2600 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Mera is currently #4468 on Kiindred Australian Names

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