Girl Name

Merriam

"Of the sea or star of the sea, variant of Miriam often associated with Mary"

About the Name Merriam

Meaning

Of the sea or star of the sea, variant of Miriam often associated with Mary

Origin

Hebrew

Gender

Girl

First Letter

M

Merriam is a girl name of Hebrew origin. The name means "Of the sea or star of the sea, variant of Miriam often associated with Mary" and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with M or explore other Hebrew names.

Popularity Over Time

#32
1950
#5
1960
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1970
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1980
#5
1990
#11
2000
#6
2010
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2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

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