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Meridith

Pronunciation: [ m-EHR-ihd-ihth ]

Boy Name #33,233 Most Popular Hidden Gem 8 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Meridith is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-EHR-ihd-ihth.

Parents who love the name Meridith often also consider Emar, Ronniel, Aryion .

Popularity Over Time

#33,233
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#33,233
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Mer Mey Merie Meriie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Meridith

Is Meridith a boy or girl name?
Meridith is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #33233. As a girl name, it is ranked #36909. Meridith is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Meridith?
Meridith is pronounced m-EHR-ihd-ihth.
How popular is the name Meridith?
Meridith is currently ranked #33233 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Meridith?
Common nicknames for Meridith include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Meriie.
Is Meridith a common or rare name?
Meridith is an uncommon name, ranked #33233 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Meridith

Meridith is a boy name .

Is Meridith a boy or girl name? Meridith is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #33,233 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #36,909. Meridith is more commonly used as a boy name.

Meridith is currently ranked #33,233 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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

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