Meirna
Irish
"festive; affection, endearment"
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Updated Wed Mar 19 2025
Meirna Origin and Meaning
The name Meirna is a girl's name.
Meirna is an uncommon feminine name that may have several possible origins. It could be a variant of Myrna, which has Irish Gaelic roots meaning 'beloved,' or it might relate to Meira, a Hebrew name meaning 'light' or 'one who illuminates.' The unique spelling with 'ei' gives the name a distinctive quality while maintaining a melodic pronunciation. Meirna remains quite rare in usage, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking something both familiar-sounding and unique. The name has a gentle, flowing quality with its soft consonants and vowel combination. Its rarity ensures individuality while its phonetic similarity to more familiar names like Marina or Myrna gives it an accessible quality.