Fame, power, or ruler of the sea
Merrick is an English name derived from the Welsh name Meurig, a cognate of Maurice, meaning 'dark-skinned' or 'fame-power'. It is also associated with the Old English elements for 'fame' and 'rule', and occasionally linked to maritime roots. It has a sturdy, surname-style appeal that feels both ancient and modern.
Less common today
Merrick isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #818 in 2018.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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