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Merrik

♂ Boy

Pronounced MEH-rik /ˈmɛ.rɪk/High

Meaning: A spelling of Merrick — variously from the Welsh Meurig (a form of Maurice) and Old Norse, 'fame and power' or 'ruler of the sea'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Fame and power; ruler of the sea: Merrik spells Merrick. Crisp, classic, and warm.
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Origin LowWelsh, Old Norse
MeaningA spelling of Merrick — variously from the Welsh Meurig (a form of Maurice) and Old Norse, 'fame and power' or 'ruler of the sea'; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#11535 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2014
Total births (all-time)≈ 310

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201419982025

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

Merrik is a spelling of Merrick — variously from the Welsh Meurig (a form of Maurice) and Old Norse, 'fame and power' or 'ruler of the sea' (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, classic name (said 'MEH-rik').

In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Merrick. Rare in this form, fame-and-power at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Merrick comes variously from the Welsh Meurig (a form of Maurice) and Old Norse, 'fame and power' or 'ruler of the sea' — Merrik is a spelling, crisp and classic (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'MEH-rik').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Merrick — routes layered

Variations

MerrickMericMerik

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Merrik mean?

Merrik spells Merrick — variously Welsh (a form of Maurice) and Old Norse 'fame and power; ruler of the sea'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Merrik?

It's said MEH-rik /ˈmɛ.rɪk/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Merrik a boy or girl name?

Merrik is a boy's name.

How popular is Merrik?

Merrik is a rare spelling in the U.S.

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