Mercedez
Mercedez is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Mercies or favors, from the Latin 'merces'.
Origin and history
Mercedez is a variant spelling of the Spanish name Mercedes, derived from the Latin title 'Maria de las Mercedes' meaning 'Mary of Mercies'. While the traditional spelling is far more common, Mercedez sees niche modern usage in the United States. It remains a recognizable name with strong historical and religious roots in the Hispanic world.
Popularity in the United States
3,056 babies in the United States have been named Mercedez since 1880. It ranks #3214 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2026.
States where it is most popular
- TX (31.5 %)
- CA (29.6 %)
- IL (5.1 %)
- FL (4.8 %)
- OH (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 53 |
| 1980-1990 | 225 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,189 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,091 |
| 2010-2019 | 408 |
| 2020-2029 | 75 |
Nicknames
Mercy, Sadie
Fun facts
- Mercedez is an alternative spelling of the classic name Mercedes, substituting a 'z' at the end for a stylized look.
- The traditional name originates from a 13th-century Catholic religious order dedicated to the redemption of Christian captives.