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Mesa

MAY-suh

Mesa is a girl’s name of Spanish origin, meaning “Spanish for 'table', referring to a flat-topped hill. Also a Native American word for 'plateau'.”. It currently ranks #5533 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2013.

Letters4
Syllables2
OriginSpanish

What Mesa Means

Spanish for 'table', referring to a flat-topped hill. Also a Native American word for 'plateau'.

The Story of Mesa

Rooted in the earth, Spanish for 'table,' this name brings a sense of spaciousness and grounded strength, now arriving for your daughter.

Mesa has dual origins, appearing in Spanish as 'table' and referring to a flat-topped hill, a geographical feature. It also has Native American roots, particularly from Pueblo languages, where it can signify a 'plateau.' This name evokes the vast, enduring landscapes of the American Southwest, connecting to both European explorers and indigenous heritage.

When you speak 'Mesa,' it has a grounded, steady resonance. It feels solid and expansive, like the natural formations it describes. Imagining writing this name, you feel a sense of calm resilience, picturing your daughter with a stable spirit and an open perspective, capable of weathering any storm with quiet strength.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Personality Traits

GroundedSteadySpaciousResilient

Peak Year

#47 in 2013

Total Births

811

First Recorded

1972

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