Meredith Name Meaning & Origin
/MER-ə-dith/Name Origin
The name Meredith is of Welsh origin, derived from the Welsh elements 'mared' meaning 'sea' and 'ith' meaning 'great'. It was originally a male name but became popular as a female name in English-speaking countries.
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British (Celtic) 40% -
American (Anglo-Saxon) 35% -
Australian (Anglo-Saxon) 25%
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Name Details
- First Name: Meredith
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Female
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Meredith in the US (SSA Data):
Meredith Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 1
People with this name tend to be: A natural born leader, independent and ambitious.