Immanuel 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

Immanuel Rank #1,210
Merrick Rank #1,219

Immanuel is more popular, ranked #1210 vs #1219 for Merrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Immanuel or Merrick more popular?

Immanuel is more popular, ranked #1210 compared to Merrick at #1219 in the United States.

What do Immanuel and Merrick mean?

Immanuel means "God is with us" (Hebrew origin). Merrick means "ruler of the sea" (Welsh (Meurig) origin).

Are Immanuel and Merrick boy or girl names?

Immanuel is primarily a boy name. Merrick is primarily a boy name.

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