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Merci
GirlMeaning of Merci: French: 'thanks'
Merci is a girl's name most strongly associated with French naming. It has 5 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 2905th most popular girls' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#2905
55 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
1,055
First recorded 1963 · peak 2022
Trend
stable
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
6% boys · 94% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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