Mermaid
Derived from the Portuguese word for mermaid, this name evokes the mystery and beauty of the sea. It is a modern choice for parents seeking a unique connection to maritime folklore and mythology.
Less common today
Sereia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,103 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A mermaid character in the Brazilian telenovela 'O Canto da Sereia' · O Canto da Sereia
