Boy Name · German Origin
Meyer
Meyer is a boy baby name of German origin, meaning "Farmer, mayor". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Meyer often also consider Mayer.
Meyer meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Farmer, mayor
Origin: German naming roots help connect Meyer to related German baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Meyer as M·E·Y·E·R, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Meyer is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Meyer variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Meyera, Meyere, Meyery, Meye.
- Nicknames: Mey and M.
- Middle names: Pair Meyer with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Meyer middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Mayer, Myer, Meir, Merry, Merri — full picks on the sibling names for Meyer guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Meyer? Browse our names like Meyer guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Meyer
What does the name Meyer mean?
Meyer means "Farmer, mayor" and is of German origin.
What is the origin of Meyer?
Meyer originates in German naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Meyer?
Meyer has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Meyer a boy's or girl's name?
Meyer is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Meyer in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Meyer sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Meyer?
Names that share Meyer's sound and style include Mayer, Myer, Meir, Merry, Merri.
What middle names pair well with Meyer?
Good middle-name fits for Meyer pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Meyer is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Meyer is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Meyer?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Meyer share its rhythm without rhyming — Mayer, Myer, Meir all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.