Aithan vs Mercy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mercy

Boy #4,339 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"compassion, forgiveness, clemency"

Origin: Latin via Old French

Cultural Roots

English American African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,339
Total SSA Count
24
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Aithan Rank #4,385
Mercy Rank #4,339

Mercy is more popular, ranked #4339 vs #4385 for Aithan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aithan or Mercy more popular?

Mercy is more popular, ranked #4339 compared to Aithan at #4385 in the United States.

What do Aithan and Mercy mean?

Aithan means "strong, enduring, firm" (Hebrew origin). Mercy means "compassion, forgiveness, clemency" (Latin via Old French origin).

Are Aithan and Mercy boy or girl names?

Aithan is primarily a boy name. Mercy is primarily a boy name.

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