Merrick vs Lyric

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
Lyric Rank #1,365

Merrick is more popular, ranked #1219 vs #1365 for Lyric.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Merrick or Lyric more popular?

Merrick is more popular, ranked #1219 compared to Lyric at #1365 in the United States.

What do Merrick and Lyric mean?

Merrick means "ruler of the sea" (Welsh (Meurig) origin). Lyric means "of the lyre, lyric poetry" (Greek origin).

Are Merrick and Lyric boy or girl names?

Merrick is primarily a boy name. Lyric is primarily a boy name.

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