Imogene vs Merida

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Imogene

Girl #2,459 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"maiden, daughter"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,459
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Immy, Gene, Genie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Imogene Rank #2,459
Merida Rank #2,462

Imogene is more popular, ranked #2459 vs #2462 for Merida.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Imogene ___

  • Imogene Rose
  • Imogene Claire
  • Imogene Frances
  • Imogene Louise
  • Imogene Jane
  • Imogene Wren

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 Imogene

Beatrice Cordelia Jasper Edmund Viola

If you choose Merida

Brave Archer Fern Skye Loch

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Imogene or Merida more popular?

Imogene is more popular, ranked #2459 compared to Merida at #2462 in the United States.

What do Imogene and Merida mean?

Imogene means "maiden, daughter" (Celtic origin). Merida means "worthy, deserved" (Latin origin).

Are Imogene and Merida boy or girl names?

Imogene is primarily a girl name. Merida is primarily a girl name.

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