Merci

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Merci Pronunciation

Merci is pronounced MUR-see /ˈmɜr.si/High

Meaning: Spelling of Mercy — from Latin merces, 'reward, compassion'; also French merci, 'thank you'; routes layeredMedium

In 30 seconds: Grateful and gentle: Merci spells Mercy — 'compassion' — with a French 'thank you' lilt. Sweet, virtuous, and warm.

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Origin MediumLatin, French

MeaningSpelling of Mercy — from Latin merces, 'reward, compassion'; also French merci, 'thank you'; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#4426 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births32 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 947

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Merci is a spelling of Mercy — from Latin merces, 'reward, pity, compassion' — that also reads as French merci, 'thank you' (routes layered, which we note). A sweet, gracious virtue-name.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, compassion-and-thanks at the root, and gentle.

Did you know? Mercy, a Puritan virtue-name, comes from Latin merces, 'reward, compassion' — and Merci catches the French 'thank you'; doubly gracious.

Overall data confidence 68%

Behind the Name — Mercy — routes layered

Variations

MercyMercieMercedes

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Mercy— the standard spelling

Grace— a companion virtue-name

Hope— another virtue word-name

Darci— echoes that soft -ci sound

Laci— a fellow French choice

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Merci?

Merci is pronounced MUR-see (/ˈmɜr.si/). Press play above to hear Merci said aloud.

How do you say Merci?

Merci is said MUR-see (/ˈmɜr.si/). Press play above to hear Merci said aloud.

What does the name Merci mean?

Merci spells Mercy ('compassion') and catches French merci ('thank you'); the routes are layered.

Is Merci a boy or girl name?

Merci is a girl's name.

How popular is Merci?

Merci is a rare name in the U.S.