Neera

Q: What is the origin of Neera?

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

Q: Is Neera a girl name?

Neera 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

"Water, Pure"

Used in South Asian contexts with associations to water and purity, though meanings vary by region.

Themes:sanskritwaterpurityfeminine

Biblical Nature Natural Unique Rare

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

Popularity History of Neera

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#11815Ranked 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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Neera 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

Neera Nicknames

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

10 ideas

neey

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neer

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neeray

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eera

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eray

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neeraie

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nie

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nnie

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neerao

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Baby Name Lists That Include Neera

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Neera mean?

Neera means "Water, Pure". Used in South Asian contexts with associations to water and purity, though meanings vary by region.

What is the origin of Neera?

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

How popular is the name Neera?

According to the latest SSA data, Neera is currently ranked #11815 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 Neera a girl name?

Neera 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 Neera?

Popular nicknames for Neera include neey, neer, neeray, eera, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Neera?

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

Quick Facts

OriginSanskrit, Hebrew

Syllables2

Length5 letters

US Rank#11815

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withN

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aditya Amar Ajay Arnav Anish

Sisters

Ayana Asha Amiya Anjali Anisha

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