Meka

“blessing, beautiful”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#16781US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

602All-time births

📅 Since 196700

What does Meka mean and where does it come from?

Meka is a name with diverse cultural implications. In Japanese, it can be related to beauty and blessings, often used as a given name. In some Native American contexts, it is interpreted as 'caught fish,' signifying achievement and sustenance. Meka has seen variations such as Meeka or Mekah, and its

Cultural significance

Meka has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of blessing, beautiful.

Peak popularity

Reached #2269 in 1972 — currently #16781 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Meka?

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

Meka Grace

How popular is Meka right now?

Falling — down 4903 spots — currently #16781 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#16781 · Top 12%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#16781	5	▼ down 4903 · -37% births
2022	#11878	8	▲ up 4975 · +60% births
2015	#16853	5	▼ down 8489 · -64% births
2010	#8364	14	▼ down 1124 · -12% births
2005	#7240	16	▼ down 10 · +33% births
1995	#7230	12	▲ up 4629 · +100% births
1990	#11859	6	▼ down 3955 · -25% births
1985	#7904	8	▼ down 2127 · -33% births
1980	#5777	12	▼ down 2398 · -43% births
1975	#3379	21	▲ up 50 · +11% births
1970	#3429	19	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Meka

Best Year1975Rank #3379

Peak Count21

Average Rank#9154

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202311 years

The story of Meka

Meka is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1967. With 602 total births recorded, Meka remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3429 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #16781 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Meka in 1972:

Jennifer Michelle Lisa Kimberly Amy

Meka by decade

Meka peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	5
1970s ★	213
1980s	130
1990s	90
2000s	81
2010s	83

💎Meka has only 602 total recorded births since 1967 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Meka?

Common

MekMekieMeky

What names sound and feel like Meka?

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

Mekya

American · unknown or rare

American · African-American

Meya

American · Beautiful

Mekea

American · gift from God

Meca

American · One who is

Deka

Somalia · bringer of good

Common questions about the name Meka

What does the name Meka mean?

Meka means "blessing, beautiful" — a name rooted in American 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 Meka?

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

What is the cultural origin of Meka?

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

Is Meka trending right now?

Meka is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Meka a common or rare name?

Meka is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.