Kalan vs Mercy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mercy

Boy #4,339 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"compassion, forgiveness, clemency"

Origin: Latin via Old French

Cultural Roots

English American African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,339
Total SSA Count
24
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kalan Rank #4,440
Mercy Rank #4,339

Mercy is more popular, ranked #4339 vs #4440 for Kalan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kalan or Mercy more popular?

Mercy is more popular, ranked #4339 compared to Kalan at #4440 in the United States.

What do Kalan and Mercy mean?

Kalan means "slender, powerful" (Celtic origin). Mercy means "compassion, forgiveness, clemency" (Latin via Old French origin).

Are Kalan and Mercy boy or girl names?

Kalan is primarily a boy name. Mercy is primarily a boy name.

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