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Mercedes

Mercedes is a girl name of Spanish origin, meaning Mercies" - a Marian title.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginSpanish
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#1,121

What does Mercedes mean?

Mercies" - a Marian title

How popular is Mercedes?

Popularity in the United States

Mercedes has been given to 45,708 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1990s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 9,649 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Mercedes per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in Spain

There are 128,209 people called Mercedes living in Spain, with an average age of 63.2.

45,708 Babies named since 1880
1990s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Mercedes

What does the name Mercedes mean?

Mercedes means Mercies" - a Marian title. It is of Spanish origin.

Is Mercedes a boy's or a girl's name?

Mercedes is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Mercedes?

Mercedes has been given to 45,708 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1990s. Its use has declined since that peak.