Merced
Pronunciation: [ m-ERST ]
Merced is a girl baby name. Ranked #69,642 in the US, popular nicknames include Mer, Mey, and Merie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Merced first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 69 babies have been named Merced in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Merced is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #69,642 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #69,642
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Merced is also used as a boy name, ranked #14581.
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About the Name Merced
Merced is a girl name .
Is Merced a boy or girl name? Merced is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #69,642 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #14,581. Merced is more commonly used as a boy name.
Merced is currently ranked #69,642 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Merced include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Mercie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Merced include Mercy, Mercedes, Merci . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis