Mercia
Mercia is a girl baby name. Ranked #68,500 in the US, popular nicknames include Mer, Mey, and Merie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Mercia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 43 babies have been named Mercia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mercia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #68,500 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #68,500
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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About the Name Mercia
Mercia is a girl name .
Mercia is currently ranked #68,500 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mercia include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Mercie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mercia 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