There are
528
Mearas in the USA
Meara is the
41234th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Meara

JerryStiller

Jerry Stiller was an American comedian and actor known for his roles on the TV show Seinfeld and in movies like The King of Queens.

AnneMeara

Anne Meara was an American actress and comedian, known for her work with her husband Jerry Stiller as the comedy duo Stiller and Meara.

FlorenceAgnes

Florence Agnes Henderson was an American actress and singer, best known for her role as Carol Brady on the TV show The Brady Bunch.

JohnMeara

John Meara is an American plastic surgeon and public health researcher, known for his work in global surgery and healthcare disparities.

WalterMeara

Walter Meara was a British politician, known for his role as a member of the Northern Ireland Labour Party and as a campaigner for human rights.

MichaelMeara

Michael Meara is a British archaeologist known for his research on prehistoric landscapes and his work on the Stonehenge Riverside Project.

PatMeara

Pat Meara is an Irish politician and trade unionist, known for his role as General President of the Irish Municipal, Public and Civil Trade Union.

KevinMeara

Kevin Meara is an American advocate and activist against drug addiction, known for his work in founding the City of Angels NJ organization.

BrianMeara

Brian Meara is an American athlete, known for his success in long-distance running and his participation in the Boston Marathon.

KieranMeara

Kieran Meara is an Irish folk musician and singer-songwriter, known for his performances of traditional Irish music.

Meara Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Meara' is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name 'Ó Meadhra', meaning 'descendant of Meadhra'. It is primarily found in Ireland and is associated with County Kerry.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Meara' is most commonly found in Ireland, particularly in County Kerry. However, it is also found in other English-speaking countries with Irish diaspora, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Meara' include 'O'Meara' and 'O'Mearáin', which are Irish patronymic forms of the name.
Migration and ImmigrationLike many Irish surnames, the name 'Meara' has been carried by immigrants to various countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia, as a result of Irish migration during periods of economic hardship in Ireland.