Goal, boundary, or pearl
In Latin, Meta refers to a conical post or boundary marker used in Roman circuses. It is also used in German-speaking cultures as a diminutive of Margaret, which originates from the Greek word for pearl. In modern contexts, it is often associated with the Greek prefix meaning beyond or transcending.
Less common today
Meta isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,055 in 2014.
African-American artist and sculptor of the Harlem Renaissance
Haitian-American actress known for The Hunger Games
Scottish poet and novelist known for the lyrics to In the Gloaming
American mountain climber and pioneer of Alpinism
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
