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Merida

muh-REE-dah

Popularity

#2471

stable

Letters

6

Syllables

3

Origin

Latin

Total Births

1,506

Peak Year

#116 in 2017

First Recorded

1880

Style

Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

The name of a city in Spain, possibly of Latin origin meaning 'sea-gift' or of Celtic origin meaning 'great'. It is also famously associated with the Disney princess.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Merida

    Brave protagonist of the Disney Pixar film.

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Personality Traits

BraveIndependentAdventurousSpirited

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