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Merrick

male

Meaning

"Fame Ruler"

Often linked to Welsh Meurig or Germanic-derived forms, with interpretations tied to fame and ruler; used as surname and given name.

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Popularity History of Merrick

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#1219Ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#1219

Merrick was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-178

lower than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Merrick Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Merrick.

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Merie
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Merr
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Similar Names to Merrick

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Anthony

AN-thuh-nee

“Priceless; Invaluable”

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Andrew

AN-droo

“Manly; Strong”

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Alexander

al-ig-ZAN-der

“Defender of Men”

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Arthur

AR-ther

“Bear Man”

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Albert

AL-bert

“Noble Bright”

#606
|Germanic
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Austin

AW-stun

“Great, Venerable”

#107
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Allen

“Handsome; Harmonious”

#573
|Celtic
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Alfred

AL-fred

“Elf Counsel”

#838
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Alvin

“Noble Friend”

#791
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Arnold

“Eagle Power”

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Baby Name Lists That Include Merrick

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Quick Facts

OriginWelsh, English
Syllables2
Length7 letters

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