UK girl's name
Meyah
A feminine name of uncertain origin, potentially derived from a Chaldean name meaning "gift from God.".
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.
Meyah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Meyah 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 4 births.
This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2007 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called Meyah. 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
- • Meyah ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 4 girls were registered as Meyah.
- • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Meyah 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
4 births
Estimated living
7
2026
Meaning
What does Meyah mean?
The name Meyah is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, likely during the medieval period in the Middle East. Its roots can be traced back to the Arabic word "mayya" or "maa," which means "water." This connection suggests that the name Meyah may have been associated with concepts such as fluidity, purity, or life-giving properties.
In ancient Arabic literature and poetry, water was often used as a metaphor for various aspects of life, such as sustenance, cleansing, and renewal. It is possible that the name Meyah was initially bestowed upon individuals with a strong connection to water, whether through their occupation, location, or personal characteristics.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Meyah can be found in the writings of the renowned 9th-century Arabic poet and scholar, Abu Tammam. In his anthology of poetry, he mentions a woman named Meyah who was celebrated for her beauty and grace.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Meyah, including:
1. Meyah al-Muqaddasi (1020 - 1099), an influential Arab geographer and travel writer from Jerusalem, known for his detailed descriptions of the regions he visited.
2. Meyah al-Qurtubi (1165 - 1238), a respected Andalusian scholar and jurist who made significant contributions to the study of Islamic jurisprudence.
3. Meyah al-Baghdadi (1244 - 1311), a renowned calligrapher and artist from Baghdad, whose works are considered masterpieces of Arabic calligraphy.
4. Meyah al-Jazari (1350 - 1420), a skilled engineer and inventor from the city of Jazira, known for his groundbreaking work on mechanical devices and automata.
5. Meyah al-Malikah (1505 - 1580), a powerful and influential queen who ruled over a small emirate in the Arabian Peninsula, renowned for her wisdom and just leadership.
While the name Meyah may have originated in the Arabic world, its popularity has spread across various cultures and regions over time, with variations in spelling and pronunciation. However, its connection to the concept of water and the rich historical legacy associated with it have endured throughout the centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Meyah over time
The chart below shows babies named Meyah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 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 Meyah, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Meyah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Meyah 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 | #5669 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4294 | 4 | 1 |
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FAQ
Meyah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Meyah in the UK right now?
In 2022, Meyah was ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Meyah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 4 babies registered as Meyah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Meyah?
A feminine name of uncertain origin, potentially derived from a Chaldean name meaning "gift from God.".
How many people are called Meyah in the UK?
A total of 7 babies have been registered as Meyah across the 2 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.