Meredith: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced MAIR-uh-dith · 3 syllables
Meredith means “great lord”, from Welsh.
From Welsh Maredudd (“great lord”).
- Meaning
- great lord
- Origin
- Welsh
- Pronunciation
- MAIR-uh-dith
- US rank (2025)
- #469
- US babies a year
- about 596 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1980
How popular is Meredith?
Meredith was the #469 name in the US in 2025, given to 656 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1980.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #469 |
| England & Wales | #571 |
| Scotland | #992 |
| Northern Ireland | #333 |
| Canada | #776 |
How old are people named Meredith?
Half of US adults named Meredith are older than 43; most are between 21 and 73. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Sibling names for Meredith
Names that real brothers and sisters of people named Meredith have, from family records on Wikidata, most common first.
- Colette
- Heather
- Ryan
Names like Meredith
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
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Questions about Meredith
What does the name Meredith mean?
Meredith means “great lord”. It comes from Welsh.
How do you pronounce Meredith?
Meredith is pronounced MAIR-uh-dith.
How popular is the name Meredith?
Meredith was the #469 name in the US in 2025, given to 656 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1980.
How old are people named Meredith?
Half of US adults named Meredith are older than 43. Most are between 21 and 73.