Mecca
Mecca: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɛkə/
Meaning and origin of Mecca
- A unisex given name, mostly borne by women.
Etymology
From Arabic مَكَّة (Makka) of uncertain etymology. In American place names, in reference to the Arabian city.
How popular is Mecca?
Since 1880, 2,288 girls and 830 boys in the U.S. have been named Mecca (73% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1664 in 1995. Its highest rank for boys was #1617 in 2023. In 2025, 94 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Mecca
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
More Arabic unisex names
Sibling name ideas for Mecca
Sister and brother names that share Mecca's Arabic roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Mecca FAQ
What does the name Mecca mean?
A unisex given name, mostly borne by women. From Arabic مَكَّة (Makka) of uncertain etymology. In American place names, in reference to the Arabian city.
What is the origin of the name Mecca?
Mecca is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Mecca?
Since 1880, 2,288 girls and 830 boys in the U.S. have been named Mecca (73% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1664 in 1995. Its highest rank for boys was #1617 in 2023. In 2025, 94 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Mecca a boy or girl name?
Mecca is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (2,288 girls and 830 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.