Merci
girl name#3459 in 2025Merci entered the US charts in 1963, peaked at #2538 in 2019, ranks #3459 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1963–2025
#3459
rank today
#2538
peak (2019)
44
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #5017 |
| 1970s | #7935 |
| 1980s | #9371 |
| 1990s | #11837 |
| 2000s | #7707 |
| 2010s | #4527 |
| 2020s | #3390 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Merci has been most popular in TX, GA, CA.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Merci are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Merci is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merci in 2025?
- Merci ranks #3459 among US girl names in 2025, with 44 babies given the name.
- When was the name Merci most popular?
- Merci peaked in 2019, reaching #2538 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merci with classmates?
- Merci will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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