Meredith is a girl's name of Welsh origin meaning “Great lord.” It has 3 syllables, giving it an elegant, melodic rhythm. Common nicknames include Mere, Meri. As of 2023, Meredith ranks #509 among girls' names in the United States and is currently rising in popularity. Its highest US ranking was #509 in 2023.
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MAIR-eh-dith
Phonetic spelling
Currently #509 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Meredith means “Great lord.” It is a girl's name of Welsh origin.
Meredith is pronounced MAIR-eh-dith.
Meredith is most commonly used as a girl's name.
Meredith currently ranks #509 among girls' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Meredith include Mere, Meri.
Middle names that pair well with Meredith include Meredith Rose, Meredith Grace, Meredith Marie, Meredith Jane.
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