Merrie

English

"lighthearted, happy"

Merrie Origin and Meaning

The name Merrie is a girl's name.

Merrie is a feminine name that represents a variant spelling of 'Merry,' derived from Middle English 'mirie' meaning 'pleasant' or 'delightful.' This cheerful name evokes happiness and bright spirits through its direct connection to the word for joy and contentment. While Merry occasionally appeared as a given name throughout English history, this particular spelling gained modest usage in the mid-20th century. Merrie may also function as a diminutive for traditional names like Meredith or Meryl. The name's straightforward meaning and positive associations make it accessible, though it remains relatively uncommon. Merrie carries a light-hearted, sunny disposition and fits with other virtue-inspired names. The spelling with 'ie' rather than 'y' adds a slightly distinctive touch to this simple, pleasant name.

Merrie Rank in US Top 1000

# 977 in the US

Famous People Named Merrie

• Merrie Virginia Erlandson birth name of American voice actress Ginny Tyler

The name Merrie in Pop Culture

• Merrie Kenwood a professional burglar in the anime/manga "Death Note"