Meris

The first name Meris has its roots in South Slavic. The direct translation is 'the Valuable', 'the Experienced', 'the Energetic', or 'the Diligent'.

What does the name Meris mean?

The name Meris originates from South Slavic and is directly translated as 'the Valuable', 'the Experienced', 'the Energetic', or 'the Diligent'. Its roots lie in the Old Slavic word mȅriti (ме̏рити), which means 'to measure', as well as the Latin merus, meaning 'unadulterated', 'undiluted', or 'pure'.

Where does the name Meris come from?

Meris is a masculine first name of Old Slavic origin, meaning 'the Valuable'. The etymology is based on the Old Slavic mȅriti (ме̏рити), which means 'to measure', and the Latin merus, which means 'unadulterated', 'undiluted', or 'pure'. The name is found in various languages, including Albanian, Arabic, Bosnian, Yugoslav, Kosovar, and South Slavic.

How do you pronounce Meris?

The pronunciation of Meris is soft and two-syllable. The name is pronounced as 'Me-ris' [ˈmeːʁɪs], with the long E sound dominating the first syllable. The rolling R or the guttural sound gives the name resonance, while the sharp S at the end provides a clear accent. Meris conveys a calm and modern impression - melodious, present, and balanced.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Meris enjoys great popularity. It currently ranks 2,655th on the list of the most common masculine first names. Its best placement was in 2009, when it reached rank 912. In the last ten years, Meris has been given as a first name about 40 times, placing it 3,945th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,330th.

Nicknames & pet names

Medi / Medo / Meki / Meko / Meri / Merise / Merko / Mero / Merso / Mesise / Messa / Milli

Similar first names

Famous people

• Meris Skenderovic (footballer)