Meir
boy name#948 in 2025Meir entered the US charts in 1951, peaked at #907 in 2024, ranks #948 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1951–2025
#948
rank today
#907
peak (2024)
248
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3420 |
| 1960s | #3276 |
| 1970s | #2726 |
| 1980s | #2208 |
| 1990s | #1936 |
| 2000s | #1769 |
| 2010s | #1249 |
| 2020s | #971 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Meir has been most popular in NY, NJ, CA.
Living bearers
About 4,500 people named Meir are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Meir is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Meir in 2025?
- Meir ranks #948 among US boy names in 2025, with 248 babies given the name.
- When was the name Meir most popular?
- Meir peaked in 2024, reaching #907 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Meir with classmates?
- Meir will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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