Merinda
Merinda is a girl baby name. Ranked #37,638 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
Merinda first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 531 babies have been named Merinda in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Merinda is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #37,638 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #37,638
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Merinda
Merinda is a girl name .
Merinda is currently ranked #37,638 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Merinda include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Meriie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Merinda 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis