Meera
मीरा
Meaning
Devoted, saintly. The name of the 16th-century bhakti poet-saint Mirabai, known for her devotion to Lord Krishna.
Meera (मीरा) in English: Devoted, saintly.
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Works in English: Meera is easy to pronounce in English, making it a popular choice for Indian diaspora families in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia.
About the name Meera
Meera is a Sanskrit Hindu girl's name carrying one of the most celebrated legacies in Indian cultural history. It honours Mirabai (c.1498–1546), the Rajput princess and bhakti poet-saint whose devotional poetry addressed to Lord Krishna is among the most beloved in all of Indian literature. Her verses — passionate, spiritual, and fearless — are still sung across India today. The name means devoted and saintly. Meera is popular across Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, and Maharashtra. For Indian diaspora families in the US, UK and Canada, Meera is a name that carries deep cultural pride, a beautiful meaning, and a two-syllable sound (MEE-ra) that is completely natural in English.
Frequently asked questions
What does Meera mean?
Devoted, saintly. The name of the 16th-century bhakti poet-saint Mirabai, known for her devotion to Lord Krishna.
What does Meera mean in English?
In English, Meera (मीरा) means "Devoted, saintly". It is a name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Meera an Indian name?
Yes, Meera is an Indian name of Sanskrit origin, widely used across South Asia and by Indian diaspora communities in the US, UK, Canada and Australia.
How is Meera written in Hindi / native script?
Meera is written as मीरा in its native script. In English (Roman script) it is spelt "Meera".
How do you pronounce Meera?
Meera is pronounced MEE-ra.
Is Meera a Hindu name?
Yes, Meera is a Hindu name of Sanskrit origin, commonly used by Hindu families across India and by the Indian Hindu diaspora worldwide.
What is the origin of the name Meera?
Meera is a name of Sanskrit origin. It is traditionally used as a girl's name.
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