Merrick
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Ruler of the sea, Moorish
Origin: Welsh/Germanic
Popularity: Ranked #1183 in 2025 with 174 babies born.
History: Merrick may derive from the Welsh 'Meurig,' a form of Maurice meaning Moorish, or from the Germanic 'Amalric' meaning power and rule. It has been used as a surname in Wales and England. As a given name it has a strong, distinguished sound and has grown in the United States as an alternative to more common names.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Merrick? About 1 in 17,427 babies born in 2025 were named Merrick, or roughly 0.5 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Merrick
What does the name Merrick mean?
Merrick means “Ruler of the sea, Moorish” from Welsh/Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Merrick?
Merrick has Welsh/Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Ruler of the sea, Moorish”.
How popular is Merrick?
Merrick ranked #1183 in 2025 — given to 174 babies that year.
When was Merrick most popular?
Merrick peaked in 2018 with 274 babies registered that year.
Is Merrick a boy or girl name?
Merrick is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Merricks in registered births are male.
Is the name Merrick rising or falling in popularity?
Merrick has risen 6876 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #8059 in 2020 to #1183 in 2025.
How long has Merrick been recorded?
Merrick appears in birth records across 108 years — from 1905 through 2025.