Holding steady.
Popularity of Meridee since 1941
Babies named Meridee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 40 |
| 1950s | 53 |
| 1960s | 46 |
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 15 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Meridee is a rare American invention first recorded in 1941, the same year it reached its peak usage. The name has never been common, with no appearances in the top 1000 and a stable trajectory showing minimal use over the decades. Its etymology is uncertain, but it likely combines familiar elements like Meredith or Marie with the soft ending -dee. Because of its scarcity, no top states have been associated with Meridee, and it remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name with a melodic sound.
Meridee first appears in the United States in the 1940s, likely a blend of the Welsh name Meredith (meaning 'great lord') or the French name Marie with the diminutive suffix -dee or the name Dee. It may also be a respelling of Marady or Meridy. The name has never been common, with its highest recorded use in 1941 and only sporadic appearances since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Merri, Dee, Ree
Sibling names for Meridee
Names that share Meridee's style, for a brother or sister.
