Mercedes
girl name#1436 in 2025Mercedes entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #164 in 1991, ranks #1436 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1436
rank today
#164
peak (1991)
150
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #794 |
| 1890s | #644 |
| 1900s | #477 |
| 1910s | #420 |
| 1920s | #401 |
| 1930s | #481 |
| 1940s | #659 |
| 1950s | #711 |
| 1960s | #781 |
| 1970s | #743 |
| 1980s | #536 |
| 1990s | #201 |
| 2000s | #401 |
| 2010s | #939 |
| 2020s | #1337 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mercedes has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 38,000 people named Mercedes are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mercedes alive today was born around 1993, making them about 32 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mercedes in 2025?
- Mercedes ranks #1436 among US girl names in 2025, with 150 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mercedes most popular?
- Mercedes peaked in 1991, reaching #164 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mercedes with classmates?
- Mercedes will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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