Meribeth

“combination of Mary and Beth” — Associated with the concept

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#530US 2023

1.7kBirths / yr

→Stable

476All-time births

📅 Since 191600

What does Meribeth mean and where does it come from?

Meribeth is a modern name primarily used in the United States. It combines the traditional names Mary, which means 'beloved' or 'wished-for child', and Beth, a short form of Elizabeth, meaning 'oath of God'. The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century and is often associated with the concept

Cultural significance

Meribeth has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of combination of mary and beth.

Peak popularity

Reached #2373 in 1955 — currently #530 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Meribeth?

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

Meribeth Grace

How popular is Meribeth right now?

Holding steady — currently #530 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1945–2023#530 · Top 0.39%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#530	1,670	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#535	1,650	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#540	1,620	▲ up 6371 · +17900% births
1980	#6911	9	▲ up 2384 · +80% births
1975	#9295	5	▼ down 4150 · -50% births
1970	#5145	10	▼ down 1530 · -23% births
1965	#3615	13	▼ down 345 · -13% births
1960	#3270	15	▼ down 897 · -32% births
1955	#2373	22	▲ up 32 · +22% births
1950	#2405	18	▲ up 648 · +80% births
1945	#3053	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Meribeth

Best Year2023Rank #530

Peak Count1,670

Average Rank#3425

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1945 - 202311 years

The story of Meribeth

Meribeth entered American naming records in 1916 and has been in use for over 108 years. With 476 total births recorded, Meribeth remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3053 in 1945 to #530 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Meribeth in 1955:

Mary Deborah Linda Debra Susan

Meribeth by decade

Meribeth peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	5
1920s	5
1940s	84
1950s ★	145
1960s	123
1970s	77
1980s	28
1990s	9

💎Meribeth has only 476 total recorded births since 1916 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Meribeth?

Common

MerMerieMeryIbeth

What names sound and feel like Meribeth?

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

Merideth

American · Derived from 'Meredith,'

Merribeth

English · English

Merrideth

English · great ruler, one

Marideth

American · of the sea

Marabeth

American · a blend of

Loribeth

American · Combination of Lori

Emireth

American · Possibly a modern

Elizeth

American · Hebrew

Common questions about the name Meribeth

What does the name Meribeth mean?

Meribeth means "combination of Mary and Beth" — 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 Meribeth?

Meribeth is currently ranked #530 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Meribeth?

Meribeth 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.

What sibling names go well with Meribeth?

Meribeth pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

What are good nicknames for Meribeth?

Meribeth 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.