Merida

Pronunciation: [ m-er-EED-uh ]

Boy Name #29,996 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Merida is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-er-EED-uh.

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

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #29,996
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Mer Mey Merie Meriie

Also a Girl Name

Merida is also used as a girl name, ranked #2462.

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Similar Names

Meta Melissa Melvina Meda Mertie Mellie Metta Melinda

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Frequently Asked Questions About Merida

Is Merida a boy or girl name?

Merida is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #29996. As a girl name, it is ranked #2462. Merida is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Merida?

Merida is pronounced m-er-EED-uh.

How popular is the name Merida?

Merida is currently ranked #29996 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Merida?

Common nicknames for Merida include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Meriie.

Is Merida a common or rare name?

Merida is an uncommon name, ranked #29996 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Merida

Merida is a boy name .

Is Merida a boy or girl name? Merida is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #29,996 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #2,462. Merida is more commonly used as a girl name.

Merida is currently ranked #29,996 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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