Meredith: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A great ruler from the sea, strong and wise.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #585
- Peak
- #140 in 1980
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Meredith Means
Meredith is a girl name of English origin. A great ruler from the sea, strong and wise.
How Popular Meredith Is
Meredith currently ranks #585 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #140 in 1980. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Meredith
- Meredith peaked at #140 in the U.S. in 1980.
- Meredith is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has literary connections that bookish parents love.
Names Like Meredith
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Sibling Names for Meredith
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Questions About Meredith
What does Meredith mean?
Meredith is a girl name of English origin. A great ruler from the sea, strong and wise.
How popular is Meredith?
Meredith currently ranks #585 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #140 in 1980. It has held steady.
Where does Meredith come from?
Meredith comes from English roots. Meredith peaked at #140 in the U.S. in 1980.
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