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Meila

Girl name · 7 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Meila: 7 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2022.

Meila is a name with gentle, melodic appeal, most often considered a modern variant of the Gaelic name Mèildha, meaning “pleasant” or “agreeable,” or a shortened form of the Hebrew name Malka, meaning “queen.” It has also emerged as a contemporary invention, possibly blending sounds from names like Mila or Amélia. Famous bearers are rare, though the name has gained subtle recognition through Meila, a character in the video game *The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild*. No notable place connections exist for this name. Its rising use in Scotland reflects a broader trend for short, vowel-rich names that feel both fresh and timeless, echoing the popularity of similar-sounding names like Maya and Ayla.