Meritt
UnisexMeritt has been given to 144 babies in the U.S. since 1920. It peaked in 2018. In 2025, about 1 in 146,115 girls was named Meritt.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
144
Peak year
2018 (17 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1920
10-year trend
▲ +22%
Gender split
62% girls / 38% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Meritt — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Meritt.
Sibling name ideas for Meritt
Same era and popularity as Meritt, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Meritt?
Meritt has been given to 144 babies in the U.S. since 1920. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Meritt peak?
Meritt peaked in 2018, when 17 babies were given the name.
Is Meritt a girl or boy name?
Meritt is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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