Find out how popular the first name Merric has been for the last 19 years (from 2004 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Merric by gender

Based on the last 19 years of data, Merric is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 8 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Merric.

The history of the first name Merric

The name Merric has its origins in the Old English language, emerging during the Anglo-Saxon period in Britain, which spanned from the 5th to the 11th centuries. It is believed to be derived from the Old English words "merry" and "ric," meaning "famous ruler" or "mighty ruler."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Merric can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landowners and properties in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. This suggests that the name was in use among the Anglo-Saxon population before the Norman Conquest in 1066.

During the Middle Ages, the name Merric appeared in various historical records and chronicles, though its usage was relatively uncommon compared to other Anglo-Saxon names of the time. One notable individual bearing this name was Merric of Lewes, a 12th-century Benedictine monk and historian who wrote a chronicle detailing the history of the Abbey of Lewes in Sussex.

In the 13th century, a Merric de Braham was mentioned in the Curia Regis Rolls, which were records of legal proceedings held before the King's Court in England. This indicates that the name was still in use, though likely among the upper classes or nobility.

As time progressed, the name Merric became increasingly rare, though it did appear sporadically throughout history. In the 16th century, a Merric Casaubon was a renowned French humanist scholar and philologist, best known for his work in editing and translating ancient Greek texts.

Another notable figure was Merric Hoccaday, an English Puritan minister who lived in the 17th century and was known for his sermons and religious writings.

In more recent times, the name Merric has seen a resurgence in popularity, particularly in certain regions and cultures. However, its usage remains relatively uncommon compared to other names of similar origin.

Data source

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