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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Midday
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- muh-RID-ee-un
Meridian (muh-RID-ee-un) is a Latin name meaning "midday." It has a bright, open sound that ends in a soft "-un," and it's a rarely used pick that most people will have to hear pronounced once.
Meaning & Origin of Meridian
Meaning: Midday.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Meridian
muh-RID-ee-unIPA /məˈrɪdiən/
Popularity of Meridian
Meridian peaked at #5345 in 1997, when 19 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #9982, with 10 babies, so it remains a very uncommon choice.
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FAQ
What does the name Meridian mean?
Midday. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Meridian?
Meridian is pronounced muh-RID-ee-un (IPA: /məˈrɪdiən/).
Is Meridian a popular name right now?
Meridian peaked at #5345 in 1997 and is ranked #9982 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1992–2024.)
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