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Meridith

MER-ih-dith

Letters

8

Syllables

3

Origin

Welsh

Total Births

2,684

Peak Year

#104 in 1971

First Recorded

1917

Style

Classic & Timeless, Royal & Regal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Meridith is a Welsh name meaning 'lord' or 'great ruler'. It is a variant spelling of Meredith, commonly used for both boys and girls.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

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Personality Traits

IntelligentAmbitiousCreativeOrganized

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