Meimei as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Meimei

What is the meaning of the name Meimei ?

The baby name Meimei is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced Mandarin (pinyin): Měiměi; IPA: [meɪ̌.meɪ̌]; approximate English: "MAY-may".

Meimei is Chinese in Origin.

Meimei is a feminine name of Mandarin Chinese origin, pronounced MAY-may. In Pinyin it may represent several character pairings: 妹妹 (mèimei, “younger sister,” a tender term for a girl), 美美 (“beautiful, beautiful,” implying “very beautiful”), or 梅梅 (“plum blossom,” symbol of resilience and purity). Reduplicated given names and pet names are a longstanding feature of Chinese naming, especially for daughters, conveying affection and youthfulness; Meimei thus functions both as an endearing nickname and, in modern times, as an official given name across mainland China, Taiwan, Singapore, and the diaspora.

Common spellings include Mei-Mei and Mei Mei; related forms are Mei, Meilin/Mei Lin, and May as an anglicized choice. Usage has been reinforced by literature and film, spreading recognition beyond Chinese-speaking communities. Note that the exact meaning depends on the chosen characters and tones, with mèimei specifically denoting “younger sister.”