Meja
Fact sheet
- Name
- Meja
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Meja is a diminutive from Low German for names that begin with the element "magan". Translated, the name means "the strong" as well as "the powerful."
What does the name Meja mean?
Meja is a Low German diminutive of names that begin with the element "magan". The literal meaning is "the strong" and "the powerful". Its roots lie in the Old High German word magan or megin, which means "strength", "power", "might", and "ability". In Slovenian, Meja means "border". In Swedish, "meja" means cutting, scything, harvesting, or mowing. In Indonesian, Meja translates to "table". The name has been documented in Sweden since the 17th century.
Where does the name Meja come from?
The name Meja has its roots in Old High German and means "the strong".
How do you pronounce Meja?
The pronunciation of the name Meja is soft and two-syllable. The sound "Me-ja" [ˈmeːja] emphasizes the long e-sound, giving the name a bright start. The gentle transition to the j and the open -a create a flowing and light sound. Overall, Meja conveys a friendly and airy impression, harmonious in sound.
Popularity
In Germany, Meja is a common first name. Currently, it ranks 3,210th on the list of the most common female first names. Meja achieved its best ranking in 2010 at 1,573rd place. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 70 times, placing it 3,061st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, Meja is ranked 3,171st. There are interesting data on the global popularity and frequency of Meja in the name charts of other countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Me / Meji / Meme / Mi / Mia / Mimi
Famous people
- Meja Anna Pernilla Beckman (Swedish singer-songwriter)
- Meja Mwangi (Kenyan writer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Meja
What is the origin of the name Meja?
The name Meja has its roots in Old High German and derives from the terms 'magan' and 'megin', which mean 'strength', 'power', and 'might'. It is common in Low German, Swedish, and Scandinavian language areas.
What does the name Meja mean?
Meja literally means 'the strong' or 'the powerful'. In various languages, the name also has different meanings, such as 'border' in Slovenian or 'table' in Indonesian.
How popular is the name Meja?
The name Meja has gained popularity in recent years, especially in Scandinavian countries, where it has been used since the 17th century.