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Merideth

MER-uh-dith

Letters

8

Syllables

3

Origin

Welsh

Total Births

1,761

Peak Year

#61 in 1972

First Recorded

1916

Style

Classic & Timeless

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An anglicized variant of the Welsh name Meredith, meaning 'great sea' or 'sea lord.' It is traditionally a masculine name but is now more commonly used for females.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

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

Famous Namesakes

  • Meredith Vieira

    American television host and journalist.

Spelling Variations

Personality Traits

CalmSereneStrongIndependent

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