Mercy vs Castle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mercy

Boy #4,339 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"compassion, forgiveness, clemency"

Origin: Latin via Old French

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Boy #4,304 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fortified stronghold"

Origin: Latin/Norman French

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Mercy Rank #4,339

Castle Rank #4,304

Castle is more popular, ranked #4304 vs #4339 for Mercy.

Is Mercy or Castle more popular?

Castle is more popular, ranked #4304 compared to Mercy at #4339 in the United States.

What do Mercy and Castle mean?

Mercy means "compassion, forgiveness, clemency" (Latin via Old French origin). Castle means "fortified stronghold" (Latin/Norman French origin).

Are Mercy and Castle boy or girl names?

Mercy is primarily a boy name. Castle is primarily a boy name.