Koah 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

Koah Rank #1,080
Merrick Rank #1,219

Koah is more popular, ranked #1080 vs #1219 for Merrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koah or Merrick more popular?

Koah is more popular, ranked #1080 compared to Merrick at #1219 in the United States.

What do Koah and Merrick mean?

Koah means "divine might" (Hebrew origin). Merrick means "ruler of the sea" (Welsh (Meurig) origin).

Are Koah and Merrick boy or girl names?

Koah is primarily a boy name. Merrick is primarily a boy name.

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