US Popularity:1520
Origin:Latin
Meaning:Wages, reward
While other Puritan names have been dropping in the charts over the last few decades, Mercy has stayed as popular as ever. Maybe this is a good omen for your new addition! The graceful name stems from Latin roots and means “reward” or “wages.” Mercy’s religious use alludes to a little one filled with compassion and kindness, forever reminded of God’s forgiveness. The feminine title has a lyrical sound, just like the many songs that include the name in their title.

Mercy Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Mercy is currently #2619 on The Bump
Girl:Mercy is currently #1812 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Mercy is currently #1520 in U.S. births
Girl:Mercy is currently #833 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#833
in 2023
- 36
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Mercy, July 2008

  • Name Doctor, Mercy

  • WordSense Dictionary, Mercy

  • Online Etymology Dictionary, mercy (n.), December 2018

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