Merica
Girl nameMerica has been given to 229 babies in the U.S. since 1920. It peaked in 1976.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
229
Peak year
1976 (19 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1920
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Merica — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Merica.
FAQ
How popular is the name Merica?
Merica has been given to 229 babies in the U.S. since 1920. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Merica peak?
Merica peaked in 1976, when 19 babies were given the name.
Is Merica a girl or boy name?
Merica is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Merica are girls).
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