Declining since 2009.
Popularity of Meron since 1916
Babies named Meron per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 0 | 5 |
| 1920s | 0 | 0 |
| 1930s | 0 | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 0 |
| 1980s | 24 | 0 |
| 1990s | 86 | 7 |
| 2000s | 167 | 5 |
| 2010s | 117 | 16 |
| 2020s | 0 | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Meron is a rare feminine name in the United States, first appearing in Social Security records in 1984. It reached its peak usage in 2009, after which its frequency has gradually declined. The name's exact origins are debated, with possible connections to Biblical geography or Ethiopian and Eritrean naming traditions. While never ranking in the top 1000, Meron has a quiet, cross-cultural appeal that fits within modern naming trends favoring short, melodic names. Its rarity means it has no strong association with any particular region or community in the U.S., making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name with global resonance.
Meron is a name of debated origins. It may derive from the Biblical place name Meron, a city in ancient Israel, but also appears as a feminine name in Ethiopian and Eritrean communities, possibly from an Amharic or Tigrinya word meaning 'gift' or 'myrrh'. In English-speaking countries, it has been used as a modern coinage, sometimes as a variant of Merin or Maren. Its usage in the United States has been rare but increasing since the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Meri, Ron
Variants: Meronne, Meran, Meren
Sibling names for Meron
Names that share Meron's style, for a brother or sister.
