Merit
boy name#4539 in 2025Merit entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #3252 in 1922, ranks #4539 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
#4539
rank today
#3252
peak (1922)
22
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4174 |
| 1920s | #3787 |
| 1940s | #3733 |
| 2000s | #11764 |
| 2010s | #7247 |
| 2020s | #6216 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Merit has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 200 people named Merit are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Merit is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merit in 2025?
- Merit ranks #4539 among US boy names in 2025, with 22 babies given the name.
- When was the name Merit most popular?
- Merit peaked in 1922, reaching #3252 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Merit with classmates?
- Merit will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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