NAME PROFILE
Mercy
Mercy is a name of Latin origin that means 'compassion' or 'forgiveness.' It embodies a sense of grace and kindness, often associated with the act of showing compassion to others. People with this name are often seen as empathetic and caring individuals who value harmony and understanding.
Key Stats
| Total births | 10,864 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2019 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1914 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 33%TX — 22%AZ — 19%FL — 14%NY — 12%
Notable People
Mercy Otis Warren (Political writer and historian) · Mercy Johnson (Nigerian actress) · Mercy Me (Christian music band) · Mercy Eke (Reality TV star, *Big Brother Naija*) · Mercy Aigbe (Nigerian actress and businesswoman)
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