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Mercer vs Clancy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clancy

Boy #3,215 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red warrior, son of the red warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,215
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mercer Rank #3,081
Clancy Rank #3,215

Mercer is more popular, ranked #3081 vs #3215 for Clancy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mercer or Clancy more popular?

Mercer is more popular, ranked #3081 compared to Clancy at #3215 in the United States.

What do Mercer and Clancy mean?

Mercer means "cloth merchant, fabric trader" (Old French origin). Clancy means "red warrior, son of the red warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Mercer and Clancy boy or girl names?

Mercer is primarily a boy name. Clancy is primarily a boy name.

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