Holding steady.
Popularity of Marcedes since 1916
Babies named Marcedes per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 44 |
| 1990s | 179 |
| 2000s | 57 |
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Marcedes is a modern American invention, first recorded in 1916, likely crafted from the familiar names Maria and Mercedes or as a creative respelling of the latter. The name reached its peak popularity in 1991, though it has never broken into the national top 1000, maintaining a stable but low profile over the decades. While its exact meaning is open to interpretation, the name carries echoes of Mercedes, which means "mercies" in Spanish, a reference to the Virgin Mary. Marcedes remains a distinctive choice, used consistently since the early 20th century without dramatic rises or falls in popularity.
Marcedes is a modern invented name, probably formed by blending Maria and Mercedes or as a respelling of the Spanish name Mercedes. It emerged in the United States in the early 20th century, first recorded in 1916. The name saw modest use, peaking in popularity in 1991. It is a feminine name, though its -s ending gives it a unisex quality.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Marcy, Cedes, Sadie
Variants: Mercedes
Sibling names for Marcedes
Names that share Marcedes's style, for a brother or sister.
