"walking with a proud, graceful gait"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Meisa
Meisa is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning "walking with a proud, graceful gait." Ranked #17,746 in the US, popular nicknames include May and Mei.
A star that walks with effortless, luminous grace
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The Story of Meisa
Meisa is an Arabic girl's name with two intertwined meanings, both evocative of grace and grandeur. The first meaning is star — specifically, Meisa is the Arabic name for one of the stars in the constellation Gemini, the gamma Geminorum star also known as Alhena. The second meaning is to walk with a proud, graceful gait — in classical Arabic poetry, maisa described the swaying walk of a proud, beautiful woman, making it a name of feminine dignity and grace. Japanese actress Meisa Kuroki brought the name international visibility.
Meisa is used across the Arab world and has gained recognition in Japan, where actress Meisa Kuroki made the name widely known. It remains uncommon in Western countries, where its soft sound and easy pronunciation make it accessible and distinctive.
In Arabic astronomical tradition, stars were named with great poetic care. To name a daughter after a star — particularly one whose Arabic meaning evokes a proud, graceful walk — is to wrap her identity in both cosmic grandeur and feminine elegance.
Historical Record
Meisa first appeared in US Social Security records in 2019.
Over 18 babies have been named Meisa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Meisa is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #17,746 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Meisa (Alhena) is the name of the third-brightest star in the constellation Gemini, located about 105 light-years from Earth.
- Japanese actress Meisa Kuroki, born 1988, helped popularize this Arabic name in Japan, where it is now associated with beauty and talent.
Meisa in Other Languages
Arabic
ميسا
Persian
میسا
Japanese
メイサ
Popularity Over Time
#17,746
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Meisa
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Meisa Kuroki
Actor
1988
Japanese actress and singer known for her film and television work
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #17,746
- Total SSA Count
- 7
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Islamic Middle Eastern
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
May
Mei
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Frequently Asked Questions About Meisa
What does the name Meisa mean?
"walking with a proud, graceful gait" (from Arabic). Meisa is an Arabic girl's name with two intertwined meanings, both evocative of grace and grandeur. The first meaning is star — specifically, Meisa is the Arabic name for one of the stars in the constellation Gemini, the gamma Geminorum star also known as Alhena. The second meaning is to walk with a proud, graceful gait — in classical Arabic poetry, maisa described the swaying walk of a proud, beautiful woman, making it a name of feminine dignity and grace. Japanese actress Meisa Kuroki brought the name international visibility.
What is the origin of the name Meisa?
Meisa has Arabic, Islamic, and Middle Eastern origins. In Arabic, it means "walking with a proud, graceful gait".
Is Meisa a boy or girl name?
Meisa is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Meisa?
Meisa is currently ranked #17746 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Meisa?
Common nicknames for Meisa include May and Mei.
What are good middle names for Meisa?
Popular middle name pairings include Meisa Nour, Meisa Leila, Meisa Sara, Meisa Farah, and Meisa Hana.
What are good sibling names for Meisa?
Names that pair well with Meisa as siblings include Layla, Nadia, Yasmine, and Zara.
How many syllables does Meisa have?
Meisa has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Meisa a common or rare name?
Meisa is an uncommon name, ranked #17746 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Meisa
Meisa is a girl name with Arabic, Islamic, and Middle Eastern origins . The name means "walking with a proud, graceful gait" in Arabic .
Meisa is currently ranked #17,746 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Meisa has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Meisa include May and Mei. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis