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Daemon vs Merrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Merrick

Boy #1,219 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the sea"

Origin: Welsh (Meurig)

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,219
Total SSA Count
165
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Daemon Rank #1,391
Merrick Rank #1,219

Merrick is more popular, ranked #1219 vs #1391 for Daemon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Daemon or Merrick more popular?

Merrick is more popular, ranked #1219 compared to Daemon at #1391 in the United States.

What do Daemon and Merrick mean?

Daemon means "spirit, divine inner power" (Greek origin). Merrick means "ruler of the sea" (Welsh (Meurig) origin).

Are Daemon and Merrick boy or girl names?

Daemon is primarily a boy name. Merrick is primarily a boy name.

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