Merida
mare-ih-duh
US Popularity:4131
Origin:Spanish
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:Earn out, merit
Merida is a Spanish feminine name tied to Mérida in the Badajoz province of Spain. Around 25 BCE, this ancient city would’ve been known more widely as Augusta Emerita, which means “earn out” or “merit” in Latin. If you’re a Disney and Pixar buff, the character that may come to mind is Princess Merida from the movie Brave. Her independence, emotional strength, and archery skills make for a powerful role model for baby. By teaching baby from day one that they’re the master of their own fate, they’ll be able to do anything they put their mind to.
Merida Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Merida is currently #2725 on The Bump
Girl:Merida is currently #1206 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Merida is currently #4131 in U.S. births
Girl:Merida is currently #1470 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#4131
in 2022
- 311
from 2021
Sources
Ancestry, Merida Family History
Disney, Merida
Britannica, Mérida: Spain
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