Meena is a Sanskrit name meaning "fish, pisces" and also the name of a goddess of the dawn. Additionally, it can be considered derived from the name Wilhelmina, meaning "will, desire" and "helmet, protection". This final meaning may refer to her ability shield, which will enable her to protect herself and others. Her middle name, Rosalee, is Latin meaning "rose". Her paternal surname, McKay, is Gaelic and means "fire". Her maternal surname, Maitland, is both English and Scottish. It can either mean "bad disposition", "high and mighty" or "from Mautalaunt".