Merrie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMER-ee / ˈmɛriEnglish; Latin
Meaning
English: cheerful; Latin: from the sea
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Merrie is derived from the English word 'merry,' which conveys a sense of joy and happiness. It has been used as a given name since the 19th century. The Latin origin relates to the word 'mare,' meaning sea, which adds a different layer of meaning. The name is often associated with a light-hearted and cheerful disposition.
Trend Summary
The name Merrie has seen limited popularity in the United States, often appearing as a unique choice.
Similar Names
Variants
- Merry
- Merrie
International Variants
- Meri (Finnish)
- Mery (Spanish)
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Merrie was first seen in the United States in 1909. Merrie has ranked as high as #1016 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in California, Michigan, New York, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Merrie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Merrie (1969)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 15 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 14 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 16 |
| 1926 | 13 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 18 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1936 | 18 |
| 1937 | 20 |
| 1938 | 28 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 20 |
| 1941 | 27 |
| 1942 | 33 |
| 1943 | 48 |
| 1944 | 51 |
| 1945 | 56 |
| 1946 | 64 |
| 1947 | 67 |
| 1948 | 64 |
| 1949 | 65 |
| 1950 | 91 |
| 1951 | 61 |
| 1952 | 89 |
| 1953 | 86 |
| 1954 | 100 |
| 1955 | 84 |
| 1956 | 107 |
| 1957 | 62 |
| 1958 | 78 |
| 1959 | 117 |
| 1960 | 78 |
| 1961 | 66 |
| 1962 | 57 |
| 1963 | 67 |
| 1964 | 68 |
| 1965 | 49 |
| 1966 | 42 |
| 1967 | 46 |
| 1968 | 31 |
| 1969 | 38 |
| 1970 | 35 |
| 1971 | 31 |
| 1972 | 29 |
| 1973 | 23 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |