Meriwether
girl nameMeriwether entered the US charts in 2009, peaked at #12713 in 2017, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2009–2025
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rank today
#12713
peak (2017)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #17294 |
| 2010s | #14470 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Meriwether are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Meriwether is a kid of about 9 — 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 Meriwether in 2025?
- Meriwether is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Meriwether most popular?
- Meriwether peaked in 2017, reaching #12713 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Meriwether with classmates?
- Meriwether will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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