Mercedes Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmer-SAY-deez / mɛrˈseɪdizSpanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: 'mercy'; Latin: 'wage'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mercedes is derived from the Spanish term 'Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes', meaning 'Our Lady of Mercies', referring to the Virgin Mary. It has been used as a given name since the 19th century. The name is often associated with the luxury automobile brand Mercedes-Benz, which further popularized it in modern culture.
Trend Summary
The name Mercedes has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mercé
- Mercy
International Variants
- Mercè (Catalan)
- Mércèdes (French)
- Merced (Spanish)
Famous people named Mercedes
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Fictional characters named Mercedes
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mercedes was first seen in the United States in 1917. Mercedes has ranked as high as #1138 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in Texas, California, and District of Columbia. In the past 5 years the name Mercedes has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mercedes (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DC | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 27 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2004 | 7 |