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Merrick
Pronounced MAIR-ik /ˈmɛr.ɪk/High
Meaning: From a Welsh surname (Meurig, from Maurice) — variously 'fame and power' and 'Moorish; dark-skinned'; mostly a boys' name; here used for girls; routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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
Merrick comes from a Welsh surname (Meurig, from Maurice) — variously 'fame and power' and 'Moorish; dark-skinned' (routes layered, which we note). Mostly a boys' name; here used for girls (slug distinguished; we flag the male lean; said 'MAIR-ik').
In the U.S. Merrick leans male. Rare for girls, fame-and-power at the root, and modern.
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What does the name Merrick mean?
Merrick is a Welsh surname, variously 'fame and power' and 'Moorish'. It is mostly a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Merrick?
It's said MAIR-ik /ˈmɛr.ɪk/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Merrick a boy or girl name?
Merrick is mostly a boys' name; this page covers its use as a girl's name, which we flag.
How popular is Merrick?
Merrick is rare for girls in the U.S.