Merita is a female name with English origins. It is pronounced as meh-REE-tuh (/mɛˈriːtə/). The name has variations such as Merida. In the United States of America, Merita has been given to baby girls since at least the early 20th century. While it has not been consistently popular, it has maintained a steady presence over the years. The name reached its peak popularity in the 1970s and 1980s when it ranked among the top 10,000 names for newborn girls. Merita carries an elegant and timeless charm, making it a lovely choice for any little girl.
Merita Berntsen is a Norwegian beach volleyball player who competed in the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. |