Meaning & Story
From Chinese meimei (妹妹) meaning "little sister" — a warm, affectionate term used in Chinese families for younger sisters, now used as a pet name evoking cuteness and familial affection.
Meimei is Chinese affection made into a name. The word for little sister carries the warmth of family closeness — the beloved younger sibling who is both cherished and slightly spoiled. As a pet name, Meimei suits a small, endearing female animal with the kind of adorable quality that makes people want to carry her everywhere. It has a musical repetition that makes it fun to say and easy to remember. Meimei knows she is loved, and she accepts that as entirely appropriate.