Merideth
Pronunciation: [ m-EHR-ihd-ihth ]
Merideth is a girl baby name. Ranked #38,036 in the US, popular nicknames include Mer, Mey, and Merie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Merideth first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,628 babies have been named Merideth in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Merideth is past its peak , currently ranked #38,036 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,036
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Merideth is also used as a boy name, ranked #17279.
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About the Name Merideth
Merideth is a girl name .
Is Merideth a boy or girl name? Merideth is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #38,036 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #17,279. Merideth is more commonly used as a boy name.
Merideth is currently ranked #38,036 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Merideth include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Meriie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Merideth include Merida . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis