Zephyr vs Merrick

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

Zephyr Rank #1,135
Merrick Rank #1,219

Zephyr is more popular, ranked #1135 vs #1219 for Merrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zephyr or Merrick more popular?

Zephyr is more popular, ranked #1135 compared to Merrick at #1219 in the United States.

What do Zephyr and Merrick mean?

Zephyr means "west wind" (Greek origin). Merrick means "ruler of the sea" (Welsh (Meurig) origin).

Are Zephyr and Merrick boy or girl names?

Zephyr is primarily a boy name. Merrick is primarily a boy name.

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