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At a Glance: Name: Metta – Meaning: loving-kindness, benevolence – Origin: Pali – Gender: primarily used for girls – Pronunciation: MET-uh
Metta is a Pali name meaning loving-kindness or benevolence. It's pronounced MET-uh (/ˈmɛtə/), a short, soft-sounding two-syllable name that is easy to say and spell.
Meaning & Origin of Metta
Meaning: Loving-kindness, benevolence.
Origin: Pali.
How to Pronounce Metta
Phonetic: MET-uh IPA: /ˈmɛtə/
Popularity of Metta
Metta ranked #445 in 1880, its peak, with 15 babies given the name that year. By 2021 it had slipped to #11820, with just 8 babies, so it is a rare name today.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2021.
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FAQ
What does the name Metta mean?
Loving-kindness, benevolence.
How do you pronounce Metta?
Metta is pronounced MET-uh (IPA: /ˈmɛtə/).
Is Metta a popular name right now?
Metta peaked at #445 in 1880 and is ranked #11820 as of 2021. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2021.)
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