How popular is the name Meredith in 2025?

Meredith is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Meredith most popular?

Meredith peaked in 1941, reaching #579 among US boy names.

Meredith will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Meredith entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #579 in 1941, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#579

peak (1941)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,600 people named Meredith are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Meredith alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Meredith in 2025?: Meredith is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Meredith most popular?: Meredith peaked in 1941, reaching #579 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Meredith with classmates?: Meredith will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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