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Merrick vs Daemon

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

Merrick Rank #1,219
Daemon Rank #1,391

Merrick is more popular, ranked #1219 vs #1391 for Daemon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Merrick or Daemon more popular?

Merrick is more popular, ranked #1219 compared to Daemon at #1391 in the United States.

What do Merrick and Daemon mean?

Merrick means "ruler of the sea" (Welsh (Meurig) origin). Daemon means "spirit, divine inner power" (Greek origin).

Are Merrick and Daemon boy or girl names?

Merrick is primarily a boy name. Daemon is primarily a boy name.

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