Declining since 2015.
Popularity of Merek since 1987
Babies named Merek per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 21 |
| 2000s | 153 |
| 2010s | 166 |
| 2020s | 23 |
Meaning & origin
Merek is a modern male name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1987, reflecting a trend of invented or repurposed surnames as first names. Its trajectory was rising through the 2000s, reaching a peak in 2014, after which it entered a downward trend. While never highly common, Merek's appeal may stem from its similarity to established names like Merrick. The name has not been recorded in the Social Security Administration's top 1000 names, and its use is spread across the country without concentration in any particular state.
Merek first appeared in the United States in the late 1980s and is likely a modern coinage. It may be inspired by the Welsh name Merrick (a form of Maurice) or the English name Derek, or simply a blend of sounds. The name gained modest use in the 2000s and peaked in 2014 before declining in popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Merek
Names that share Merek's style, for a brother or sister.
