Meridian was initially called Hunter, only to be renamed in 1893 when the Independent Order of Odd Fellowship built a lodge located on Boise Meridian. The village of Meridian was incorporated in 1903. Initially a dry, arid region, it became a fertile ranching community after ranchers established an elaborate irrigation system in 1890. This initiative also fulfilled the requirements to obtain a patent for the land from the U.S. Land Office. Between 1903 to 1941, the original Meridian townsite grew due to settlers from Missouri infiltrating the area. When they arrived, they established local institutions and filed for homestead lands. With the construction of Interurban railways and then later the Union Pacific Railways, the town experienced an influx of many people from surrounding towns and cities, thus expanding its economy. Until the early 1940s, settlers established profitable fruit orchids along the railway lines. Then, in 1941, Meridians' status changed from a village to a city. In 1929, toward the demise of the Great Depression, Ada County Dairymen's cooperative creamery began operations, providing much-needed provisions for families in Meridian. It was a large enterprise with a Wyeth Laboratories affiliation, continuing until 1970, when it moved its milk processing to Caldwell. Today, Meridian is the largest growing city in Idaho, experiencing a population boom over the last three decades. With an ideal location for interconnecting highways, it is a perfect spot for enterprises and business ventures of all kinds. As a result, Meridian has become the retail and commercial development center in Idaho, with hundreds of retail merchants and professional services. It is a thriving city that is certainly the heart of Treasure Valley.

The popular city of Meridian boasts a multitude of entertainment, from family-oriented activities to a lively nightlife of fine dining, funky designer restaurants, music, and live entertainment.

⁠Here are a few favorites to explore in this city:
Village of Meridian: This quaint, picturesque little shopping center is delightful. The arrangement of shops and restaurants resembles a town with beautiful plants, water features, and hanging flowers on the streetlights. Even more beautiful over vacations with decorations and lights, it is a lovely spot to spend the day or night.

Roaring Springs: The biggest waterpark in the Northwest offers you more than 20 water attractions and adventures. Regardless of age, there is something fun for the whole family. When you have exhausted yourself on the slides and explored the park, take a breather at one of the few restaurants, and enjoy the delicious food.

Divine Wine Cork & Fork: This restaurant is the ultimate in class and ambiance on North Maine Street in downtown Meridian. With its welcoming décor, cigar lounge, eclectic cuisine, and super selections of wines, guests end up staying for hours.