Meta

Q: What is the origin of Meta?

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

Q: How popular is the name Meta?

According to the latest SSA data, Meta is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Meta a girl name?

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

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Goal or Measure"

Used as a German short form of Margaret in some contexts, and separately linked to Greek meta meanings in learned usage.

Themes:greekshortformconcept

Unique Rare

Fact-checked by Lily Anderson

M.F.A. Creative Writing, Sarah LawrencePublished NovelistName Collection Curator • Creative Names Editor

This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Meta

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

Loading chart...

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

Pick any SSA release year to inspect that year's national ranking and how it changed from the year before.

Year

Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Meta 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

Meta Nicknames

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

8 ideas

Similar Names to Meta

female

Anna

AN-uh

“Grace; Favor”

#94

|Hebrew

female

Angela

AN-juh-luh

“Messenger; Angel”

#282

|Greek

female

Ann

“Grace, Favor”

#1141

|Hebrew

female

Andrea

“Manly, Courageous”

#185

|Greek

female

Alexis

uh-LEK-sis

“Defender; Helper”

#506

|Greek

female

Alyssa

uh-LIS-uh

“Rational; or Alyssum Flower”

#399

|Greek

female

Alexandra

al-ig-ZAN-druh

“Defender of People”

#221

|Greek

female

Anita

“Grace Favor”

#1463

|Hebrew

female

Annette

“Grace”

#1304

|French

female

Agnes

“Pure”

#1063

|Greek

Baby Name Lists That Include Meta

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Meta, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

13 linked lists

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Meta mean?

Meta means "Goal or Measure". Used as a German short form of Margaret in some contexts, and separately linked to Greek meta meanings in learned usage.

What is the origin of Meta?

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

How popular is the name Meta?

According to the latest SSA data, Meta is currently not ranked 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 Meta a girl name?

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

What are good nicknames for Meta?

Popular nicknames for Meta include meta, me, mo, mety, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Meta?

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

Quick Facts

OriginGerman, Greek

Syllables2

Length4 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alois Aloys Alter Anzel Almin

Sisters

Annamarie Annelise Anneliese Analiese Annalie

Explore More Girl Names Like Meta

Meta has German roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our German baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Meta appears in several of our curated collections. Check out Unique Baby Names and Classic Greek Baby Names for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Names That Mean Child Of God for Boys and Girls and Names That Mean Miracle And Blessing for Boys and Girls.

Before you decide, try our Full Name Preview to see how Meta pairs with your surname. The Sibling Name Matcher can help find names that complement Meta beautifully, and the Nickname Predictor reveals the most common short forms.

Explore our full baby name lists for origin-based, meaning-based, and themed collections, or head back to the baby name generator to continue your search.