Merdith
girl nameMerdith entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #3244 in 1918, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#3244
peak (1918)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3919 |
| 1920s | #4144 |
| 1930s | #3876 |
| 1970s | #8324 |
| 1980s | #10386 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merdith are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merdith alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merdith in 2025?
- Merdith is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Merdith most popular?
- Merdith peaked in 1918, reaching #3244 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merdith with classmates?
- Merdith will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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