Merry
Meaning of Merry
Originating from the English language, the name Merry is traditionally given to female babies. The name Merry is pronounced as MEH-ree (/ˈmɛri/) in English. It is also a variation of the name Mary. In the United States of America, the name Merry has been moderately popular over the years. While it reached its peak in popularity during the 1970s and 1980s, it has gradually declined in usage since then. Nevertheless, with its cheerful and joyful connotations, Merry remains a charming choice for parents seeking a name that exudes happiness and positivity for their little one.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as MEH-ree (/ˈmɛri/)
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Notable People Named Merry
| Merry Hampton was a British Thoroughbred racehorse and sire, best known for winning the 1887 Epsom Derby as an 11/1 "dark horse" and finishing second in the St. Leger Stakes at Doncaster. |
| Merry Clayton is a renowned American soul and gospel singer known for her collaborations with major recording artists and her iconic duet with Mick Jagger on the Rolling Stones song "Gimme Shelter". |
| Merry Lepper is a former American long-distance runner known for setting a world best in the marathon in 1963. |
| Merry Riana, B.Eng is a Chinese-Indonesian motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and writer. |
| Merry Lindsey - Merry L. Lindsey is an accomplished American cardiac physiologist, serving as a professor and chair at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and appointed as editor-in-chief of the American Journal of Physiology. |
