Meredith is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #524 in 2018 with 598 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 1,181 births ranking #237. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 49.4%. In 2018, approximately 1 in every 2,844 girls born was named Meredith. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Meredith is a poised Welsh name usually understood to mean 'great ruler'. It feels intelligent, tailored, and longstanding.
Historically used for both sexes, Meredith later settled more strongly into feminine use in English-speaking countries. Its Welsh root gives it substance, while its sound keeps it elegant and modern enough.