Kole 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

Kole Rank #1,201
Merrick Rank #1,219

Kole is more popular, ranked #1201 vs #1219 for Merrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kole or Merrick more popular?

Kole is more popular, ranked #1201 compared to Merrick at #1219 in the United States.

What do Kole and Merrick mean?

Kole means "victory of the people" (Greek origin). Merrick means "ruler of the sea" (Welsh (Meurig) origin).

Are Kole and Merrick boy or girl names?

Kole is primarily a boy name. Merrick is primarily a boy name.

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