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Merridy

Girl name · American

Merridy is an American girl name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Merridy would score 13 points, thanks largely to the Y (worth 4).
  • GenerationMerridy peaked in 1951, which makes it a classic Baby Boomer name. The typical Merridy you'd meet today is about 74 years old.
  • HistoryMerridy first shows up in US birth records in 1940, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 85 years since.
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US births per million girls, 1940–2025

02.5519401955

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Merridy

Merridy is a girl name of American origin. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It was most fashionable in the 1950s, which gives it a vintage, grandparent-chic charm. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

Origin:American names

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Questions about the name Merridy

What is the origin of the name Merridy?

Merridy is American in origin. Other American names to consider are Lainey (“possibly light”), Daisy (“day's eye”), Josie (“he will add”) and Kinsley (“king's meadow”).

Is Merridy a boy or girl name?

Merridy is a girl name.

How popular is the name Merridy?

Merridy is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 1955. It peaked at #3,714 in 1951, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

What should I know before naming my baby Merridy?

Merridy is an American girl name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.