Mercy
girl name#862 in 2025Mercy entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #582 in 1881, ranks #862 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1881–2025
#862
rank today
#582
peak (1881)
313
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #926 |
| 1890s | #1278 |
| 1900s | #1621 |
| 1910s | #1602 |
| 1920s | #1369 |
| 1930s | #1196 |
| 1940s | #1336 |
| 1950s | #1449 |
| 1960s | #1961 |
| 1970s | #1816 |
| 1980s | #2422 |
| 1990s | #2125 |
| 2000s | #1411 |
| 2010s | #890 |
| 2020s | #820 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mercy has been most popular in TX, CA, GA.
Living bearers
About 9,300 people named Mercy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mercy alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mercy in 2025?
- Mercy ranks #862 among US girl names in 2025, with 313 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mercy most popular?
- Mercy peaked in 1881, reaching #582 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mercy with classmates?
- Mercy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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