Merit

MEH-ritt; mehr-eet

English word name, variation of Merritt, variation of Marit and Maret, Ancient Egyptian

"good and worthy; boundary, gate; pearl; the beloved one"

The name Merit peaked for girls at #5082 in 2023. The name is most popular in MERIT and MERIT. Merit is occasionally used for boys in 2024.

Popularity of the name Merit

• 1392 Nameberry 2025

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