Meredith Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMER-uh-dith / ˈmɛrɪdɪθWelsh; Latin
Meaning
Welsh: sea lord; Latin: guardian of the sea
Historical & Cultural Background
Meredith is a name of Welsh origin, traditionally used for boys. It has been used in Wales since the Middle Ages and is derived from the Old Welsh name 'Maredudd'. The name has also been adopted in various cultures and languages, sometimes as a feminine name. In modern times, it has seen usage as a unisex name, though it remains more commonly associated with females.
Trend Summary
Meredith has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the mid-20th century, particularly for girls.
Similar Names
Variants
- Meredyth
- Meredith
International Variants
- Maredudd (Welsh)
- Meredyth (English)
Famous people named Meredith
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Meredith was first seen in the United States in 1883. Meredith has ranked as high as #784 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Indiana, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Meredith has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Meredith (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1901 | 8 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1904 | 8 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1906 | 8 |
| 1907 | 10 |
| 1908 | 15 |
| 1909 | 17 |
| 1910 | 14 |
| 1911 | 16 |
| 1912 | 34 |
| 1913 | 43 |
| 1914 | 52 |
| 1915 | 87 |
| 1916 | 69 |
| 1917 | 74 |
| 1918 | 93 |
| 1919 | 77 |
| 1920 | 106 |
| 1921 | 101 |
| 1922 | 95 |
| 1923 | 71 |
| 1924 | 76 |
| 1925 | 83 |
| 1926 | 67 |
| 1927 | 77 |
| 1928 | 87 |
| 1929 | 64 |
| 1930 | 67 |
| 1931 | 69 |
| 1932 | 56 |
| 1933 | 50 |
| 1934 | 55 |
| 1935 | 64 |
| 1936 | 69 |
| 1937 | 53 |
| 1938 | 77 |
| 1939 | 53 |
| 1940 | 82 |
| 1941 | 104 |
| 1942 | 97 |
| 1943 | 81 |
| 1944 | 64 |
| 1945 | 59 |
| 1946 | 83 |
| 1947 | 93 |
| 1948 | 67 |
| 1949 | 58 |
| 1950 | 54 |
| 1951 | 64 |
| 1952 | 75 |
| 1953 | 67 |
| 1954 | 60 |
| 1955 | 35 |
| 1956 | 45 |
| 1957 | 40 |
| 1958 | 37 |
| 1959 | 31 |
| 1960 | 39 |
| 1961 | 32 |
| 1962 | 39 |
| 1963 | 24 |
| 1964 | 31 |
| 1965 | 33 |
| 1966 | 27 |
| 1967 | 32 |
| 1968 | 22 |
| 1969 | 27 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 33 |
| 1972 | 33 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 21 |
| 1975 | 33 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1977 | 22 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 26 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 25 |
| 1983 | 17 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 |