Meris
girl nameMeris entered the US charts in 1935, peaked at #2095 in 1935, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1935–2025
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rank today
#2095
peak (1935)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #2095 |
| 1940s | #4764 |
| 1950s | #5828 |
| 1980s | #10341 |
| 2000s | #16394 |
| 2010s | #16223 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Meris are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Meris alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Meris in 2025?
- Meris is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Meris most popular?
- Meris peaked in 1935, reaching #2095 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Meris with classmates?
- Meris will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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