Merritt

Boy

Merritt is a boy's name of English origin meaning "Worthy of merit, deserving praise; from Old English 'merit' meaning deserving.". It is pronounced MER-it. Today it is a popular name (popularity 81/100).

English origin · /MER-it/ · strong

Meaning: Worthy of merit, deserving praise; from Old English 'merit' meaning deserving.

Popularity 81/1002 syllablesPeaked 2017→ Stable

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Frequently asked questions about Merritt

What does Merritt mean?

Merritt means "Worthy of merit, deserving praise; from Old English 'merit' meaning deserving.". It is of English origin.

Is Merritt a boy or girl name?

Merritt is traditionally a boy's name.

How popular is Merritt?

Merritt is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 81/100. It was most popular in the 2010s.

How is Merritt pronounced?

Merritt is pronounced MER-it.

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