Meher
About Meher
Meher is a gender-neutral name with rich multicultural origins, though it's more commonly used for girls in Western contexts. In Persian, it means 'kindness,' 'love,' or 'sun,' while in Hindi and Sanskrit, it signifies 'blessing' or 'grace.' The name also has significance in Zoroastrianism, where Mithra (Meher) is the divinity of covenant and oath. Notable references include the Indian spiritual master Meher Baba, whose followers believe him to be an avatar of God. The name has moderate usage in Iran, India, and among Parsi communities, with growing international appeal due to its melodic sound and positive meanings. Meher's cross-cultural significance makes it appealing to parents seeking a name with spiritual depth and universal positive connotations.
Pronounced MEH-er.
As of October 2026, Meher ranked #2714 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2696 in 2021, Nameberry popularity #467.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,330 | 34 | 19 |
| 2015 | #4,119 | 36 | 20.2 |
| 2016 | #4,697 | 30 | 16.9 |
| 2017 | #4,452 | 32 | 18.5 |
| 2018 | #3,597 | 43 | 25.3 |
| 2019 | #3,430 | 46 | 27.4 |
| 2020 | #3,167 | 50 | 30.9 |
| 2021 | #2,696 | 64 | 39 |
| 2022 | #3,350 | 48 | 29.3 |
| 2023 | #3,067 | 54 | 33.7 |
| 2024 | #3,851 | 39 | 24.1 |
| 2025 | #2,714 | 64 | 39.8 |