Mercedes
boy nameMercedes entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #2255 in 1988, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#2255
peak (1988)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3545 |
| 1920s | #3304 |
| 1930s | #3267 |
| 1950s | #3988 |
| 1970s | #4684 |
| 1980s | #3497 |
| 1990s | #5816 |
| 2000s | #8927 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Mercedes are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mercedes alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Mercedes most popular?
- Mercedes peaked in 1988, reaching #2255 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mercedes with classmates?
- Mercedes will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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