Merit
MER-it
Popularity
#7446
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Latin
Total Births
471
Peak Year
#37 in 2023
First Recorded
1918
Style
Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Of Latin origin, directly meaning 'merit', 'worth', or 'value'. It signifies excellence, deservingness, and intrinsic goodness.
Gender Split
Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Spelling Variations
Personality Traits
Want to explore Merit further?
Get personalized name suggestions or dive deep into the cultural history of Merit.
More Names to Explore
View allOlivia
Latin
Meaning
Olivia is a Latin name meaning 'olive tree'. It gained popularity from Shakespeare's play 'Twelfth Night'.
Lucas
Latin
Meaning
Lucas is a Latin name meaning 'bringer of light'. It is derived from the Greek name Loukas.
Camila
Latin
Meaning
Camila is a feminine name of Latin origin, possibly derived from Camillus, an honorific title in ancient Rome. The meaning is uncertain, but could be "young ceremonial attendant."