Mercy: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced MER-see · 2 syllables
From mercy in the 17th century; one of the less common Puritan virtue names. In modern use sometimes used to anglicize Spanish Mercedes.
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- MER-see
- US rank (2025)
- #862
- US babies a year
- about 360 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
How popular is Mercy?
Mercy was the #862 name in the US in 2025, given to 338 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #862 |
| Australia | #974 |
How old are people named Mercy?
Half of US adults named Mercy are older than 35; most are between 19 and 79. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Mercy
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Mercy
How do you pronounce Mercy?
Mercy is pronounced MER-see.
How popular is the name Mercy?
Mercy was the #862 name in the US in 2025, given to 338 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Mercy?
Half of US adults named Mercy are older than 35. Most are between 19 and 79.