Meri Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEH-ree / ˈmɛriHebrew; Latin; Finnish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'bitter'; Latin: 'of the sea'; Finnish: 'beloved'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Meri has roots in multiple cultures, including Hebrew and Latin. In Hebrew, it is often associated with the meaning 'bitter', while in Latin, it can mean 'of the sea'. In Finnish, Meri translates to 'sea', reflecting a connection to nature. The name has been used in various forms across different cultures, contributing to its diverse appeal.
Trend Summary
The name Meri has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Merry
- Mery
International Variants
- Meri (Finnish)
- Mery (Spanish)
- Meri (Estonian)
Famous people named Meri
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Meri was first seen in the United States in 1917. Meri has ranked as high as #1054 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in California, New York, Michigan, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Meri has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Meri (1981)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 22 |
| 1944 | 20 |
| 1945 | 31 |
| 1946 | 48 |
| 1947 | 42 |
| 1948 | 38 |
| 1949 | 46 |
| 1950 | 44 |
| 1951 | 38 |
| 1952 | 42 |
| 1953 | 62 |
| 1954 | 56 |
| 1955 | 74 |
| 1956 | 59 |
| 1957 | 51 |
| 1958 | 43 |
| 1959 | 74 |
| 1960 | 78 |
| 1961 | 89 |
| 1962 | 76 |
| 1963 | 77 |
| 1964 | 63 |
| 1965 | 62 |
| 1966 | 51 |
| 1967 | 59 |
| 1968 | 44 |
| 1969 | 45 |
| 1970 | 60 |
| 1971 | 44 |
| 1972 | 40 |
| 1973 | 47 |
| 1974 | 36 |
| 1975 | 33 |
| 1976 | 36 |
| 1977 | 28 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 32 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 27 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 13 |