Girl name
Metta name meaning
“pearl; loving-kindness”
Metta is a feminine name commonly linked to “pearl” or “loving-kindness” through Greek and Pali sources. Its variant Meta is an established short form of Margareta, from Greek margarites, meaning pearl. Metta can also come from the Pali word mettā, meaning loving-kindness.
What does Metta mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Metta
Meta is an established short form of Margareta, from Greek margarites, pearl. The variant Metta can also come from Pali mettā, meaning loving-kindness.
Name combinations with Metta
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Metta, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Metta: pearl; loving-kindness
- Utami: best, foremost
- Indah: lovely, pleasing to behold
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Meaning of each word
- Metta: pearl; loving-kindness
- Afriyani: born in April
- Widayanti: knowledgeable
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Metta Elok
Meaning of each word
- Metta: pearl; loving-kindness
- Elok: beautiful, pleasing to the eye
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Meaning of each word
- Cahyati: light, radiance
- Metta: pearl; loving-kindness
- Tanaya: child, offspring
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Metta Novita
Meaning of each word
- Metta: pearl; loving-kindness
- Novita: associated with the month of November
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Meaning of each word
- Metta: pearl; loving-kindness
- Denok: a pretty or plump girl
- Ayu: lovely, beautiful
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How to pronounce Metta
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦺꦠ꧀ꦠ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮨᮒ᮪ᮒ |
Is Metta a girl’s name?
Yes, Metta is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Metta ranks #1,784 among girl names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Metta
Names with related meanings
- Ratna♀Gem, precious stone
- Rita♀A precious pearl
- Retno♀A precious gemstone
- Intan♀A precious diamond
- Mutiara♀A pearl formed inside a shell
- Permata♀Precious stone, gem
- Komalasari♀Precious essence of a jewel
- Manik♂♀Jewel or ornamental bead
- Mustika♀Precious gemstone
- Tiara♀Small ornamental crown
- Kumala♀Gemstone, precious jewel
- Ratnawati♀One who possesses jewels
Famous people named Metta
- Metta Permadi · b. 1989
- Metta Sagita · b. 1985
- Metta Ameilia Damayanti · b. 1992
- Metta Diah Phitaloka · b. 1990
FAQ about the name Metta
What is the meaning of Metta?
Metta means pearl; loving-kindness. Meta is an established short form of Margareta, from Greek margarites, pearl. The variant Metta can also come from Pali mettā, meaning loving-kindness.
Is Metta a girl’s name?
Yes, Metta is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Metta?
Metta is of Greek and European origin.
How many syllables does Metta have?
Metta has 2 syllables (Met-ta) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Metta?
Metta ranks #1,784 among girl names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Metta?
Other spellings: Meta.
What full names go well with Metta?
Some ideas: Metta Utami Indah; Metta Afriyani Widayanti; Metta Elok.
Famous people named Metta?
Notable people named Metta include Metta Permadi, Metta Sagita, Metta Ameilia Damayanti.
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