ð About Meena
Meena is a feminine name with rich, interwoven roots across Persian, Sanskrit, and Arabic traditions. In Persian, Meena (Ų ÛŲا) refers to the deep blue of enamel or azure â the brilliant colour used in Persian miniature painting and tilework â evoking beauty, purity, and the sky. In Sanskrit and Hindi, Meena (āĪŪāĨāĪĻāĪū) means 'fish' and is linked to Pisces (Meen), symbolising intuition, creativity, and spiritual depth. The name has been used across Iran, India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan for centuries, chosen for its bright, melodious sound and resonance with the natural world. In Hindi cinema, Meena carries a vintage glamour strongly associated with the golden era of Indian film. The name remains popular across South Asia and the Middle Eastern diaspora today, valued for its cross-cultural versatility and deep symbolic weight.
ð Details
- OriginPersian
- Genderâ Female
- MeaningVariant of Mina. Azure, enamel
ð Variants & Related Names
â Famous People
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- Meena Harris â American lawyer, author, and activist; founder of the Phenomenal Woman Action Campaign and niece of US Vice President Kamala Harris
- Meena Kandasamy â Indian Tamil poet, novelist, and activist known for her powerful writing on caste, gender, and social justice, including the novels The Gypsy Goddess and When I Hit You
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