Merian

Meaning of Merian

Merian is a beautiful name for a baby girl with German and English origins. In English, it is pronounced as MARE-ee-an (/mɑrˈiən/), while in German, it is pronounced as MEH-ree-ahn (/mɛˈriən/). The name has variations such as Marion and Marian. Merian has been given to newborn girls in the United States of America since at least the early 20th century. It had occasional popularity spikes, with more occurrences in certain years. For example, in 1964, there were 6767 newborns named Merian, making it quite popular during that time. Although its popularity has waned over the years, Merian remains a unique and charming choice for parents who are looking for a name that stands out.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as MARE-ee-an (/mɑrˈiən/)

German

  • Pronunced as MEH-ree-ahn (/mɛˈriən/)

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Notable People Named Merian

Merian Caldwell Cooper was an American filmmaker, actor, and producer known for his work on the 1933 movie King Kong and his contributions to the Cinerama film projection process.
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