Merilda
Merilda is a girl baby name. Ranked #71,619 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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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,619
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Merilda
Merilda is a girl name .
Merilda is currently ranked #71,619 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Merilda include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Meriie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Merilda include Merida . 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)
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