What does the name Meredith mean?

The name Meredith means "Great lord".

What is the origin of the name Meredith?

Meredith is a name of Welsh origin.

In 2023, 621 babies were named Meredith in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Meredith is traditionally used as a girl's name.

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Births Last Year: 621 →

All-Time Total: 77,034

Peak Year: 1980

Meredith is a Welsh name derived from the Old Welsh name Maredudd, meaning "great lord" or "sea lord."

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Births per year in the United States

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