Mercies
Derived from the Spanish title for the Virgin Mary, 'María de las Mercedes,' which translates to 'Mary of Mercies.' It refers to the ransom or reward given for the liberation of captives.
Less common today
Mercedes isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #164 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Academy Award-winning actress
Oscar-winning radio and film actress
Prolific fantasy novelist
Renowned Argentine folk singer
The namesake of the Mercedes-Benz automobile brand
Powerhouse singer on the TV series Glee · Glee
Poet, playwright, and socialite
