Meri
/ME-ri/ Western Female
Meaning & Origin
Meri is a Western name meaning "Meri is often considered a variant of Mary, meaning "wished-for child," or "rebellious." It can also be associated with brightness and light.". The name Meri likely originates as a diminutive or variant of Mary (Hebrew Miryam), with possible connections to Egyptian words for "beloved."
Quick Facts
Language Western
Gender Female
Phonetic ME-ri
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as ME-ri. Keep the original Western phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Meri
- · Meri Brown - Television Personality
- · Meri Koivusalo - Finnish politician
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