Berkeley vs Merida

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Berkeley Rank #2,383
Merida Rank #2,462

Berkeley is more popular, ranked #2383 vs #2462 for Merida.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Berkeley ___

  • Berkeley Rose
  • Berkeley Grace
  • Berkeley Ann
  • Berkeley Marie
  • Berkeley Jane
  • Berkeley Claire

Merida ___

  • Merida Rose
  • Merida Dawn
  • Merida Fern
  • Merida Skye
  • Merida Wren
  • Merida Blair

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Berkeley

Hadley Avery Spencer Chandler Finley

If you choose Merida

Brave Archer Fern Skye Loch

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berkeley or Merida more popular?

Berkeley is more popular, ranked #2383 compared to Merida at #2462 in the United States.

What do Berkeley and Merida mean?

Berkeley means "birch wood clearing" (Old English origin). Merida means "worthy, deserved" (Latin origin).

Are Berkeley and Merida boy or girl names?

Berkeley is primarily a girl name. Merida is primarily a girl name.

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