How popular is the name Merced in 2025?

Merced is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Merced most popular?

Merced peaked in 1905, reaching #1091 among US boy names.

Merced will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Merced entered the US charts in 1905, peaked at #1091 in 1905, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1091

peak (1905)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 500 people named Merced are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Merced alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Merced in 2025?: Merced is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Merced most popular?: Merced peaked in 1905, reaching #1091 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Merced with classmates?: Merced will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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