UK girl's name
Meeka
A feminine name of uncertain origin potentially meaning "princess" or "sweetheart".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Meeka is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Meeka popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5669, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 9 births.
This profile covers 35 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 2002 to 2022. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 33% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 35 living people in the UK are called Meeka. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Meeka ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 9 girls were registered as Meeka.
- • About 35 living people in the UK are estimated to have Meeka as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5669
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
9 births
Estimated living
35
2026
Meaning
What does Meeka mean?
The name Meeka is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, dating back to ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "mika," which means "small" or "tiny." This suggests that the name may have been originally given to children, perhaps as a term of endearment.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Meeka can be found in the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. In this ancient text, Meeka is mentioned as the name of a minor character, a servant or attendant to one of the protagonists. However, little is known about the significance or background of this particular character.
In the medieval period, the name Meeka appears to have been used in various parts of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in regions where Sanskrit was widely spoken or had a strong cultural influence. Historical records from this time suggest that the name was popular among certain communities, although its usage was not widespread.
One notable figure who bore the name Meeka was a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 12th century CE. Known as Meeka Bhatta, he hailed from the region of present-day Karnataka in southern India. His works, which included commentaries on ancient Sanskrit texts and poetic compositions, were highly regarded in his time and contributed to the preservation and dissemination of Sanskrit literature.
In the 16th century, there was a Rajput warrior named Meeka Singh who served in the army of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. He is recorded as having participated in several military campaigns and battles, earning a reputation for his bravery and loyalty.
Another historical figure with the name Meeka was a Buddhist monk who lived in the 17th century in the region of present-day Nepal. Known as Meeka Rinpoche, he was renowned for his teachings and spiritual guidance, and is said to have played a significant role in the preservation of Buddhist traditions in the Himalayan region.
While the name Meeka has its roots in ancient Sanskrit, it has been adopted and used in various cultures and communities throughout history. Its meaning and significance have evolved over time, but it remains a name with a rich cultural heritage and an enduring connection to the ancient traditions of the Indian subcontinent.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Meeka over time
The chart below shows babies named Meeka registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Meeka, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Meeka by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Meeka was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5265 | 10 | 3 |
| 2010s | #5785 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3588 | 22 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Meeka
- Megan 70,884
- Mia 67,204
- Molly 47,734
- Millie 44,390
- Maisie 32,671
- Matilda 29,965
- Maya 26,445
- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
- Maddison 14,918
FAQ
Meeka: questions and answers
How popular is the name Meeka in the UK right now?
In 2022, Meeka was ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Meeka most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 9 babies registered as Meeka in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Meeka?
A feminine name of uncertain origin potentially meaning "princess" or "sweetheart".
How many people are called Meeka in the UK?
A total of 35 babies have been registered as Meeka across the 8 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.