Merilda
Germanic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Merilda
Merilda is a feminine name derived from Germanic elements, likely combining "mer" (famous) and "hild" (battle), meaning "famous in battle." The name has been used primarily in English-speaking countries and Germanic cultures, with limited historical prominence outside niche usage.
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Etymology
Merilda is a feminine name derived from Germanic elements, likely combining "mer" (famous) and "hild" (battle), meaning "famous in battle." The name has been used primarily in English-speaking countries and Germanic cultures, with limited historical prominence outside niche usage.
Merilda currently ranks #5,528 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1916.
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