Meilah

“a flower” — Symbolize beauty and the fleeting nature of life

Israel origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7144US 2023

16Births / yr

↑Rising

102All-time births

📅 Since 200900

How to pronounce Meilah

MEE·IL·AH

/ˈmiː.ˈɪl.ˈɑ/ · stress on MEE · 3 syllables

“a flower”

Symbolize beauty and the fleeting nature of life · Israel origin

What does Meilah mean and where does it come from?

Meilah (מֵיְלָה) is a Hebrew name that means 'a flower'. In Jewish culture, flowers often symbolize beauty and the fleeting nature of life. It is a name that reflects the appreciation of nature and can be popular in modern Israeli society. The name may also see use in diasporic Jewish communities.

Cultural significance

Meilah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a flower.

Peak popularity

Reached #7043 in 2017 — currently #7144 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Meilah?

Meilah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Meilah Grace

How popular is Meilah right now?

Rising fast — up 2292 spots — currently #7144 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#7144 · Top 5.3%

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2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7144	16	▲ up 2292 · +45% births
2022	#9436	11	▼ down 3114 · -42% births
2021	#6322	19	▲ up 6716 · +171% births
2020	#13038	7	▼ down 1345 · -22% births
2015	#11693	9	▲ up 7570 · +80% births
2010	#19263	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Meilah

Best Year2021Rank #6322

Peak Count19

Average Rank#11149

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2010 - 20236 years

The story of Meilah

Meilah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2009. With 102 total births recorded, Meilah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #19263 in 2010 to #7144 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Meilah in 2017:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Meilah by decade

Meilah peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	6
2010s ★	89
2020s	7

💎Meilah has only 102 total recorded births since 2009 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Meilah?

Common

MeiMeilMeilieMeilyIlah

What names sound and feel like Meilah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Meilah also consider these

American · A variant of

Melah

Hebrew · To take or

Keilah

Hebrew · Citadel, fortress

Seilah

Hebrew · סֵילוֹעַ - 'to

Deilah

Hebrew · delicate, weak

Common questions about the name Meilah

What does the name Meilah mean?

Meilah means "a flower" — a name rooted in Israel tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Meilah?

Meilah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Meilah have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Meilah?

Meilah originates from Israel tradition. Israel names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Meilah?

Meilah is a three-syllable name pronounced M IY1 IH1 L AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Meilah?

Meilah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Israel heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.