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Meri

MEH-ree

Meri is a girl’s name of Welsh origin, meaning “A diminutive of names like Mary or Meredith; also a Finnish name meaning 'sea'.”. It currently ranks #8240 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1961.

Letters4
Syllables2
OriginWelsh

What Meri Means

A diminutive of names like Mary or Meredith; also a Finnish name meaning 'sea'.

The Story of Meri

This name carries the gentle whisper of the sea and the cheerful light of a smile, a simple charm that feels like coming home.

Meri offers a dual heritage, appearing as a sweet diminutive of longer names like Mary or Meredith, and also as a standalone Finnish name meaning 'sea.' This combination links it to the deep, vast, and calming presence of water, as well as the familiar warmth of a cherished nickname.

To say 'Meri' is to feel a lightness, like a gentle wave lapping at your feet or a bright, effortless smile. It’s a name for a child who will bring a sense of calm and cheerful presence into your life. You can already feel the joy as you picture yourself whispering this name, a gentle sound that mirrors the sea's constant, soothing rhythm.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

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Peak Year

#89 in 1961

Total Births

2,493

First Recorded

1917

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