Of America or star of the sea
Merica is often used as a shortened, colloquial form of America, representing patriotic sentiment. It may also function as a rare variant of Mary or Meric, potentially drawing from the Latin 'maris' meaning sea. In modern US usage, it is a bold, unconventional choice that emphasizes national identity.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Merica in 2025.
American actress known for early 20th-century silent films
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
