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Merci

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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 (2025)#3502 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births44 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2019
Total births (all-time)≈ 991

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201919632025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

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
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Laci— a fellow French choice

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Merci mean?

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

How do you pronounce Merci?

It's said MUR-see /ˈmɜr.si/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

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.

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