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Merci

Pronunciation: [ m-ers-EE ]

Boy Name #6,971 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Merci is a boy name, recorded for 12 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-ers-EE.

Parents who love the name Merci often also consider Meta, Melissa, Melvina .

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#6,971
Total SSA Count
12

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Mer Mey Merie

Also a Girl Name

Merci is also used as a girl name, ranked #4398.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Merci

Is Merci a boy or girl name?
Merci is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #6971. As a girl name, it is ranked #4398. Merci is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Merci?
Merci is pronounced m-ers-EE.
How popular is the name Merci?
Merci is currently ranked #6971 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Merci?
Common nicknames for Merci include Mer, Mey, and Merie.
Is Merci a common or rare name?
Merci is an uncommon name, ranked #6971 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Merci

Merci is a boy name .

Is Merci a boy or girl name? Merci is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #6,971 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #4,398. Merci is more commonly used as a girl name.

Merci is currently ranked #6,971 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Merci include Mer, Mey, and Merie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Merci include Mercer, Mercy . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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