Merrick Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Merrick Name at a Glance

Name	Merrick
Meaning	Dark-skinned; A Moor. Form of Maurice.
Origin	Welsh
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Merrick Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Merrick means “Dark-skinned; A Moor. Form of Maurice”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Merrick Name Origin

Our database records Merrick under Welsh origin. Browse more Welsh baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Merrick a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Merrick is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Merrick

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