Merikay
girl nameMerikay entered the US charts in 1941, peaked at #1337 in 1946, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1941–2025
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rank today
#1337
peak (1946)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3350 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merikay are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merikay alive today was born around 1946, making them about 79 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merikay in 2025?
- Merikay is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Merikay most popular?
- Merikay peaked in 1946, reaching #1337 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merikay with classmates?
- Merikay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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