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Clancy vs Mercer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clancy

Boy #3,215 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red warrior, son of the red warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,215
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clancy Rank #3,215
Mercer Rank #3,081

Mercer is more popular, ranked #3081 vs #3215 for Clancy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clancy or Mercer more popular?

Mercer is more popular, ranked #3081 compared to Clancy at #3215 in the United States.

What do Clancy and Mercer mean?

Clancy means "red warrior, son of the red warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin). Mercer means "cloth merchant, fabric trader" (Old French origin).

Are Clancy and Mercer boy or girl names?

Clancy is primarily a boy name. Mercer is primarily a boy name.

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