Merie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMER-ee / ˈmɛriEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Bitter; Hebrew: Beloved
Historical & Cultural Background
Merie is often considered a variant of the name Mary, which has deep roots in various cultures. The name Mary is significant in Christianity, associated with the mother of Jesus. In English-speaking countries, Merie has been used as a diminutive or affectionate form. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Merry
- Mary
International Variants
- Mireille (French)
- Maria (Spanish)
- Mariya (Russian)
Famous people named Merie
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Fictional characters named Merie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Merie was first seen in the United States in 1909. Merie has ranked as high as #899 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Merie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Merie
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 11 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |