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.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Meta in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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
