Haiden 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

Haiden Rank #1,333
Merrick Rank #1,219

Merrick is more popular, ranked #1219 vs #1333 for Haiden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Haiden or Merrick more popular?

Merrick is more popular, ranked #1219 compared to Haiden at #1333 in the United States.

What do Haiden and Merrick mean?

Haiden means "from the heath" (Old English origin). Merrick means "ruler of the sea" (Welsh (Meurig) origin).

Are Haiden and Merrick boy or girl names?

Haiden is primarily a boy name. Merrick is primarily a boy name.

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