Merida

At a Glance

Meaning

From the city Mérida, from Latin 'emerita', meaning 'veteran (discharged soldier)'

Origin

Spanish place name (Mérida, from Latin Emerita Augusta); also a modern given name

Gender

Used for both boys and girls

Pronunciation

MEHR-ih-duhListen

Merida takes its sound from the Spanish city of Mérida, whose name comes from the Latin 'emerita', meaning 'veteran (discharged soldier)'. It's also used as a modern given name, and it's pronounced MEHR-ih-duh. If you like a name with a real place behind it, this one has that history.

Meaning & Origin of Merida

Meaning: From the city Mérida, from Latin 'emerita', meaning 'veteran (discharged soldier)'.

Origin: Spanish place name (Mérida, from Latin Emerita Augusta); also a modern given name.

How to Pronounce Merida

Popularity of Merida

Merida first showed up in the U.S. Social Security records in 1880, when it peaked at #1013 with 5 babies given the name. By 2024 it ranked #2471 with 73 babies, so it's still uncommon, though more families chose it that year than in its peak year.

Names Like Merida

These names have followed a similar path to Merida in U.S. popularity over the years.

• Malena
• Zaida
• Harlie
• Minerva
• Leonie
• Junia

FAQ

What does the name Merida mean?

From the city Mérida, from Latin ’emerita’, meaning ‘veteran (discharged soldier)’.

How do you pronounce Merida?

Merida is pronounced MEHR-ih-duh (IPA: /ˈmɛrɪdə/).

Is Merida a popular name right now?

Merida peaked at #1013 in 1880 and is ranked #2471 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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