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Current rank (2025)#7679
Babies named Mercury in 202510
Total recorded300
Peak year2023 (16 babies)
Highest rank ever#3214
Years in records1972–2025 (25 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 185 spots
Gender breakdown69% boys / 31% girls

Frequently asked about Mercury

What does the name Mercury mean?
Mercury means “Compassion, forgiveness, pity” from English/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Mercury?
Mercury has English/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Compassion, forgiveness, pity”.
How popular is Mercury?
Mercury ranked #7679 in 2025 — given to 10 babies that year.
When was Mercury most popular?
Mercury peaked in 2023 with 16 babies registered that year.
Is Mercury a boy or girl name?
Mercury is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 69% of Mercurys are boys and 31% are girls.
Is the name Mercury rising or falling in popularity?
Mercury has fallen 185 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #7494 in 2020 to #7679 in 2025.
How long has Mercury been recorded?
Mercury appears in birth records across 25 years — from 1972 through 2025.

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