Merita
Albanian · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Merita
The name 'Merita' is a feminine given name derived from the Latin word *meritus*, meaning "deserving" or "worthy." It is used primarily in Albanian, Italian, and Spanish-speaking cultures, often as a modern coinage without deep historical or religious roots, though it may occasionally appear in Christian contexts due to its Latin origin.
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Etymology
The name 'Merita' is a feminine given name derived from the Latin word *meritus*, meaning "deserving" or "worthy." It is used primarily in Albanian, Italian, and Spanish-speaking cultures, often as a modern coinage without deep historical or religious roots, though it may occasionally appear in Christian contexts due to its Latin origin.
Merita currently ranks #12,219 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1955.
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