Mega

Q: What is the origin of Mega?

Mega is of Greek origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Mega a boy name?

Mega is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Great, Large"

From Greek megas meaning great, commonly recognized as a prefix, occasionally adopted as a given name in modern contexts.

Themes:greatprefixgreekmodernunisex

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Popularity History of Mega

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#11825Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Mega did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Mega Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Mega.

8 ideas

megy

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mega

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mie

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megay

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megao

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Baby Name Lists That Include Mega

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Mega mean?

Mega means "Great, Large". From Greek megas meaning great, commonly recognized as a prefix, occasionally adopted as a given name in modern contexts

What is the origin of Mega?

Mega is of Greek origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Mega?

According to the latest SSA data, Mega is currently ranked #11825 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Mega a boy name?

Mega is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Mega?

Popular nicknames for Mega include megy, mega, mie, my, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Mega?

There are many names similar to Mega in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGreek, Modern English

Syllables2

Length4 letters

US Rank#11825

Trend→ Stable

Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andreas Alexzander Alexandro Andrea Alexandre

Sisters

Agnes Angeline Asia Angelia Alexus

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