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Graydon vs Merit

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Merit

Boy #6,508 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deserving of praise, earned reward"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,508
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Graydon Rank #6,707
Merit Rank #6,508

Merit is more popular, ranked #6508 vs #6707 for Graydon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Graydon or Merit more popular?

Merit is more popular, ranked #6508 compared to Graydon at #6707 in the United States.

What do Graydon and Merit mean?

Graydon means "from the gray hill" (Old English origin). Merit means "deserving of praise, earned reward" (Latin origin).

Are Graydon and Merit boy or girl names?

Graydon is primarily a boy name. Merit is primarily a boy name.

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