Meru
boy nameMeru entered the US charts in 2016, peaked at #12145 in 2019, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2016–2025
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rank today
#12145
peak (2019)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #12165 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Meru are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Meru 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 Meru in 2025?
- Meru is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Meru most popular?
- Meru peaked in 2019, reaching #12145 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Meru with classmates?
- Meru will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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