Amory vs Mercy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amory

Boy #4,492 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"home strength, powerful ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,492
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Amory Rank #4,492
Mercy Rank #4,339

Mercy is more popular, ranked #4339 vs #4492 for Amory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amory or Mercy more popular?

Mercy is more popular, ranked #4339 compared to Amory at #4492 in the United States.

What do Amory and Mercy mean?

Amory means "home strength, powerful ruler" (Germanic origin). Mercy means "compassion, forgiveness, clemency" (Latin via Old French origin).

Are Amory and Mercy boy or girl names?

Amory is primarily a boy name. Mercy is primarily a boy name.

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