Mayson 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
Nicknames
Merry, Rick

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Mayson Rank #1,331
Merrick Rank #1,219

Merrick is more popular, ranked #1219 vs #1331 for Mayson.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mayson ___

  • Mayson Lee
  • Mayson James
  • Mayson Cole
  • Mayson Reid
  • Mayson Blake
  • Mayson Dean

Merrick ___

  • Merrick James
  • Merrick Cole
  • Merrick Lane
  • Merrick Owen
  • Merrick Bowen
  • Merrick Grey

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Mayson

Jackson Grayson Hudson Emerson Riley

If you choose Merrick

Rowan Griffin Emrys Bronwen Carys

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mayson or Merrick more popular?

Merrick is more popular, ranked #1219 compared to Mayson at #1331 in the United States.

What do Mayson and Merrick mean?

Mayson means "stone worker" (Old French via English origin). Merrick means "ruler of the sea" (Welsh (Meurig) origin).

Are Mayson and Merrick boy or girl names?

Mayson is primarily a boy name. Merrick is primarily a boy name.

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