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In 2024, 158 girls in the United States were named Merritt, making it the 1,409th most popular girl's name that year.
It has climbed sharply, from 2,190th a decade earlier.
Its busiest year on record was 2017, with 280 births.
Records for Merritt go back to 1880, and 8,863 babies have been given the name since.
Originally an English surname meaning "boundary gate". Has a strong, distinctive sound with a touch of vintage appeal.
Merritt is of English origin, described as vintage in style.
In 2024, Merritt went to 158 girls and 84 boys — 65% girls.
That makes it genuinely unisex, leaning female.
Names of the same origin for a brother, most common first.
Originally an English surname meaning "boundary gate". Has a strong, distinctive sound with a touch of vintage appeal.
Merritt is of English origin, and is usually described as vintage in style.
In 2024, 158 girls in the United States were named Merritt, making it the 1,409th most popular girl's name that year.
In 2024, Merritt went to 158 girls and 84 boys — 65% girls. That makes it genuinely unisex, leaning female.