Beauregard vs Mercer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mercer

Boy #3,081 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cloth merchant, fabric trader"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,081
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Merce

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Beauregard Rank #3,095
Mercer Rank #3,081

Mercer is more popular, ranked #3081 vs #3095 for Beauregard.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Beauregard ___

  • Beauregard James
  • Beauregard Lee
  • Beauregard Alexander
  • Beauregard William
  • Beauregard Thomas
  • Beauregard Henri

Mercer ___

  • Mercer James
  • Mercer Cole
  • Mercer Lane
  • Mercer Reid
  • Mercer Grant
  • Mercer Hayes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beauregard or Mercer more popular?

Mercer is more popular, ranked #3081 compared to Beauregard at #3095 in the United States.

What do Beauregard and Mercer mean?

Beauregard means "beautiful gaze" (French origin). Mercer means "cloth merchant, fabric trader" (Old French origin).

Are Beauregard and Mercer boy or girl names?

Beauregard is primarily a boy name. Mercer is primarily a boy name.

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