Merry

Pronunciation: [ m-EHR-ee ]

Girl Name #7,279 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Merry is a girl name, recorded for 16 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-EHR-ee.

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

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #7,279
Total SSA Count: 16

Alternative Spellings

Merritt #1411

Nicknames

Mer Mey Merie

Similar Names

Meta Melissa Melvina Meda Mertie Mellie Metta Melinda

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Frequently Asked Questions About Merry

Is Merry a boy or girl name?

Merry is primarily used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Merry?

Merry is pronounced m-EHR-ee.

How popular is the name Merry?

Merry is currently ranked #7279 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Merry?

Common nicknames for Merry include Mer, Mey, and Merie.

Is Merry a common or rare name?

Merry is an uncommon name, ranked #7279 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Merry

Merry is a girl name .

Merry is currently ranked #7,279 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

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

Alternative spellings of Merry include Merritt . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.