Merion vs Downing

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Merion

Boy #19,441 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"From Meirionnydd; of the Welsh coastal region"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #19,441
Total SSA Count: 6
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Downing

Boy #19,284 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the hill settlement, dweller by the downs"

Origin: Old English dun meaning hill

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #19,284
Total SSA Count: 6
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Merion Rank #19,441

Downing Rank #19,284

Downing is more popular, ranked #19284 vs #19441 for Merion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Merion or Downing more popular?

Downing is more popular, ranked #19284 compared to Merion at #19441 in the United States.

What do Merion and Downing mean?

Merion means "From Meirionnydd; of the Welsh coastal region" (Welsh origin). Downing means "from the hill settlement, dweller by the downs" (Old English dun meaning hill origin).

Are Merion and Downing boy or girl names?

Merion is primarily a boy name. Downing is primarily a boy name.

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