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Meili Snow
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1971
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Meili
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#8012 most popular
Chinese
Scandinavian
Meanings & Origins
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#8012
Current Rank
Rising
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“Beautiful in Chinese, divine in Norse mythology”
Origin & Etymology
Meili carries a beautiful double identity. In Chinese, it is written 美丽 (měilì), simply meaning 'beautiful' — one of the most direct and celebrated expressions of beauty in Mandarin. In Norse mythology, Meili (Old Norse: 'the lovely one') appears as a son of Odin and a brother of Thor, mentioned in the Eddic poem Hárbarðsljóð. This rare cross-cultural overlap gives Meili a quietly remarkable depth, honored in both ancient Asian and Scandinavian traditions.
Popularity Story
Meili has been gaining gentle traction in Western countries as Chinese names become more familiar globally, and its easy pronunciation and lovely meaning make it accessible to families of all backgrounds.
Cultural Significance
In Chinese culture, 美丽 (beautiful) is one of the most positive qualities a person can embody, while in Norse tradition Meili's association with divine lineage gives the name a mythological gravity rarely found in such a simple form.
Fun Facts
- In Norse mythology, Meili is cited as a brother of Thor in the poem Hárbarðsljóð, though little else is recorded about him
- 美丽 (měilì) is one of the most commonly used words for beauty in Mandarin Chinese
Meili in Other Languages
Korean
메일리
Chinese
美丽
Japanese
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Popularity Over Time
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Nicknames
Mei
Name Vibe
Beautiful
Cross Cultural
Gentle
Modern
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Son of Odin and brother of Thor in Norse mythology, described as 'the lovely one'
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