Mercer
boy name#2539 in 2025Mercer entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #866 in 1881, ranks #2539 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
#2539
rank today
#866
peak (1881)
52
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #949 |
| 1890s | #928 |
| 1900s | #1277 |
| 1910s | #2094 |
| 1920s | #2168 |
| 1930s | #2763 |
| 1940s | #2298 |
| 1950s | #3011 |
| 1960s | #3205 |
| 1970s | #4445 |
| 1980s | #6941 |
| 1990s | #6941 |
| 2000s | #5529 |
| 2010s | #3681 |
| 2020s | #3142 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mercer has been most popular in CA, TX, WA.
Living bearers
About 900 people named Mercer are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mercer alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mercer in 2025?
- Mercer ranks #2539 among US boy names in 2025, with 52 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mercer most popular?
- Mercer peaked in 1881, reaching #866 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mercer with classmates?
- Mercer will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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