Merald

“A variant of the name 'Emerald'” — Associated with the precious green gemstone

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1339US 2023

861Births / yr

→Stable

39All-time births

📅 Since 191500

What does Merald mean and where does it come from?

Merald is generally considered a variant of the name Emerald, associated with the precious green gemstone. As a given name, Merald is rare and primarily found in the United States. The popularity of gemstone names in contemporary culture has contributed to the occasional use of Merald. Individuals w

Cultural significance

Merald has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of the name 'emerald'.

Peak popularity

Reached #3100 in 1937 — currently #1339 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Merald?

Merald works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Merald Grace

How popular is Merald right now?

Holding steady — currently #1339 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1339 · Top 0.99%

1915

1920

1975

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1339	861	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1344	841	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1349	811	▲ up 4321 · +16120% births
1975	#5670	5	▼ down 1037
1920	#4633	5	▼ down 853 · -17% births
1915	#3780	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Merald

Best Year2023Rank #1339

Peak Count861

Average Rank#3019

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1915 - 20236 years

The story of Merald

Merald entered American naming records in 1915 and has been in use for over 109 years. With 39 total births recorded, Merald remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3780 in 1915 to #1339 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Merald in 1937:

Robert James John William Richard

Merald by decade

Merald peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1910s ★	12
1920s	10
1930s	12
1970s	5

💎Merald has only 39 total recorded births since 1915 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Merald?

Common

MerMerieMeryErald

What names sound and feel like Merald?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Merald also consider these

Lerald

American · English

Jerald

American · a variant of

Terald

English · Powerful with the

Gerald

English · Rule of the

Verald

Scandinavia · Guardian of the

Derrald

American · Derived from Gerald,

Jerrald

American · English

Gerrald

American · Rule of the

Common questions about the name Merald

What does the name Merald mean?

Merald means "A variant of the name 'Emerald'" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Merald?

Merald is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Merald?

Merald originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Merald a common or rare name?

Merald is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Merald?

Merald naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.