Duward vs Merion

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Merion

Boy #19,441 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"From Meirionnydd; of the Welsh coastal region"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,441
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Meri, Mer

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Duward Rank #19,627
Merion Rank #19,441

Merion is more popular, ranked #19441 vs #19627 for Duward.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Duward ___

No pairings available yet.

Merion ___

  • Merion James
  • Merion Owen
  • Merion David
  • Merion Rhys

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Duward

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If you choose Merion

Idris Emrys Rhys Caradoc

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duward or Merion more popular?

Merion is more popular, ranked #19441 compared to Duward at #19627 in the United States.

What do Duward and Merion mean?

Merion means "From Meirionnydd; of the Welsh coastal region" (Welsh origin).

Are Duward and Merion boy or girl names?

Duward is primarily a boy name. Merion is primarily a boy name.

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