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Merry

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Merry is a girl's name of English/Welsh origin meaning "Cheerful and joyful; full of happiness.". It is pronounced MER-ee. Today it is a popular name (popularity 84/100) and fading.

English/Welsh origin ยท /MER-ee/ ยท cute

Meaning: Cheerful and joyful; full of happiness.

Popularity 84/1002 syllablesPeaked 1954โ†“ Falling

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Most popular in the 1950s.

Today, Merry is a popular, familiar name (popularity 84/100).

It is less common today than at its historical peak.

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Frequently asked questions about Merry

What does Merry mean?

Merry means "Cheerful and joyful; full of happiness.". It is of English/Welsh origin.

Is Merry a boy or girl name?

Merry is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Merry?

Merry is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 84/100. It was most popular in the 1950s.

How is Merry pronounced?

Merry is pronounced MER-ee.

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