Merrit

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Merrit has multiple meanings, including "pleasant" or "agreeable," "meritorious" or "deserving of praise," and "a boundary gate" or "boundary marker."
Pronunciation
MER-rit
The name Merrit is pronounced MARE-it.
Popularity
Merrit is not a very popular name, but it is gaining popularity in the United States. In 2021, it ranked as the 3495th most popular name for boys and the 5840th most popular name for girls.

cartoon of the name Merrit
Cartoon of Merrit

Merrit Name meanings & History

The name Merrit comes from England, and is derived from the Old English words 'myrige' and 'mete,' meaning "pleasant" and "food.". The name Merrit has multiple meanings, including "pleasant" or "agreeable," "meritorious" or "deserving of praise," and "a boundary gate" or "boundary marker.". North Frisian short form of both Maria and Margarethe, recorded in the 1600s on the isles of Föhr, Amrum and Sylt. The name is still in use today. Merrit is a popular name among parents who are looking for a unique and modern name for their child. It is a unisex name, so it can be used for both boys and girls.

Zodiac Sign of Merrit: Mother Cancer

Synonyms of Merrit:

M: Mushy,Mommy,Memorabilia,Maternal,Manipulative,Mother,Memory

E: Entertain,Environment,Expressive,Exaggerate,Enliven,Enlighten

R: Restless,Rational,Resourceful,Reason

I: Involved,Indulgence,Intimate

T: Doubting Thomas,Talkative,Truth,Touchy,Tireless,Testy,Tacky

Merrit is:

  • a Delicate name
  • a Natural name
  • a Urban name
  • a Wholesome name

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