Declining since 1996.
Popularity of Meriah since 1973
Babies named Meriah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 66 |
| 1980s | 108 |
| 1990s | 376 |
| 2000s | 241 |
| 2010s | 87 |
| 2020s | 32 |
Meaning & origin
Meriah is a modern, rare given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1973. Its origins are unclear, and it may be a creative spelling of Maria, a variant of Marea (from Latin mare, meaning "sea"), or a feminine form of the Roman name Marius. The name reached its peak usage in 1991, but has been in decline since 1996, reflecting a general trend away from obscure variants in recent decades. Despite its rarity, Meriah has never been among the top 1000 names, and its usage remains sparse across the United States. Parents drawn to Meriah often appreciate its melodic sound and biblical resonance without direct ties to a specific figure.
Meriah is a modern given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1973. It may be a respelling of Meria or a variant of Marea, itself derived from the Latin mare meaning "sea," or a feminine form of the Roman family name Marius. Alternatively, it could be a creative spelling of Maria or a combination of popular sounds. Its usage has remained rare, with a peak in 1991.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mer, Riah, Mia
Sibling names for Meriah
Names that share Meriah's style, for a brother or sister.
