Merredith
Merredith is a girl baby name. Ranked #64,416 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
Merredith first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 50 babies have been named Merredith in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Merredith is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,416 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,416
- 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 Merredith
Merredith is a girl name .
Merredith is currently ranked #64,416 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Merredith include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Merrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Merredith include Merritt . 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