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Merrit Boy

Popularity: #944 · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationMER-it / /ˈmɛr.ɪt/

English; Latin

Meaning

English: boundary gate; Latin: merit

Historical & Cultural Background

Merrit is derived from the Old English surname, which originally referred to someone living near a boundary gate. The name has also been associated with the Latin word 'meritum,' meaning merit or worth. It has been used as both a given name and a surname, reflecting its versatility in English-speaking cultures. The name has gained popularity as a feminine name in recent years.

Trend Summary

Merrit has seen a gradual increase in popularity as a girl's name in the United States.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Merit
  • Merritt

International Variants

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Merrit was first seen in the United States in 1961. Merrit has ranked as high as #1129 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Merrit has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Merrit

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19616
19627
19637
19665
19716
19726
19945
19975
20015
20036
20146
20185
20195
20217
20225
20236
20246