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Meyer
Meyer is a Germanic name derived from the word 'meiger,' meaning 'steward' or 'bailiff.' It conveys a sense of responsibility, leadership, and care for others, often associated with someone who oversees and manages important tasks or roles.
Key Stats
| Total births | 5,612 |
| Gender | Male (58% / 42%) |
| Peak year | 1915 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 56%IL — 13%NJ — 12%PA — 12%CA — 7%
Notable People
Meyer Lansky (Mobster and casino developer) · Meyer Friedman (Cardiologist and co-founder of the Type A behavior theory) · Meyer Shapiro (Art historian and scholar) · Meyer Amschel Rothschild (Founder of the Rothschild banking dynasty) · Meyer N. Cohen (Philanthropist and businessman)
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