Merribeth
girl nameMerribeth entered the US charts in 1947, peaked at #4226 in 1953, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1947–2025
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rank today
#4226
peak (1953)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4764 |
| 1950s | #5121 |
| 1960s | #6703 |
| 1970s | #6558 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merribeth are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merribeth alive today was born around 1955, making them about 70 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merribeth in 2025?
- Merribeth is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Merribeth most popular?
- Merribeth peaked in 1953, reaching #4226 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merribeth with classmates?
- Merribeth will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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