Metta
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Metta first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 224 babies have been named Metta in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Metta is past its peak , currently ranked #17,312 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #17,312
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Metta
Metta is a girl name .
Metta is currently ranked #17,312 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Metta include Met, Mey, Meie, and Metkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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