Apolo 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

Apolo Rank #4,422
Mercy Rank #4,339

Mercy is more popular, ranked #4339 vs #4422 for Apolo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Apolo or Mercy more popular?

Mercy is more popular, ranked #4339 compared to Apolo at #4422 in the United States.

What do Apolo and Mercy mean?

Apolo means "destroyer" (Greek origin). Mercy means "compassion, forgiveness, clemency" (Latin via Old French origin).

Are Apolo and Mercy boy or girl names?

Apolo is primarily a boy name. Mercy is primarily a boy name.

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