Girl name
Mercy name meaning
“compassion, merciful kindness”
Mercy is a feminine name from the English word mercy, meaning “compassion” or “merciful kindness”. The source word also carries the meaning of forgiveness. Alongside its use as a word name, Mercy is used as a virtue name within the Christian naming tradition.
What does Mercy mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Mercy
From the English word mercy, meaning compassion or forgiveness. It is also used as a Christian virtue name.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Mercy
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Mercy, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Mercy: compassion, merciful kindness
- Lasmaria: joy; Mary, whose meaning is disputed
- Friska: ancient; venerable
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Meaning of each word
- Mercy: compassion, merciful kindness
- Irina: peace, tranquility
- Priska: ancient, from olden times
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Mercy Angelina
Meaning of each word
- Mercy: compassion, merciful kindness
- Angelina: messenger, bearer of a message
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Meaning of each word
- Isabella: God is my oath
- Mercy: compassion, merciful kindness
- Felicia: fortunate, happy
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Mercy Jovita
Meaning of each word
- Mercy: compassion, merciful kindness
- Jovita: associated with the god Jupiter
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Meaning of each word
- Mercy: compassion, merciful kindness
- Debora: honeybee
- Kristiana: follower of Christ in name meaning
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How to pronounce Mercy
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦩꦺꦂꦕꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮙᮨᮁᮎᮤ |
Is Mercy a girl’s name?
Yes, Mercy is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Mercy ranks #2,256 among girl names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Mercy
Names with related meanings
- Rahmawati♀Compassion, graciousness
- Rachman♂♀Abundant in mercy
- Rahma♀Compassion, mercy
- Rahmi♀Associated with mercy
- Rahmah♀Mercy, loving compassion
- Asih♀Affection and caring
- Rachmawati♀Compassion, graciousness
- Rauf♂♀Deeply kind, compassionate
- Rohmah♀Compassion
- Hanan♂♀Tender affection
- Jane♀God is gracious
- Asiah♀One who cares for or comforts
Famous people named Mercy
- Mercy Chriesty Barends · b. 1972
- Mercy Ogotan
- Mercy Raya
FAQ about the name Mercy
What is the meaning of Mercy?
Mercy means compassion, merciful kindness. From the English word mercy, meaning compassion or forgiveness. It is also used as a Christian virtue name.
Is Mercy a girl’s name?
Yes, Mercy is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Mercy?
Mercy is of European origin.
How many syllables does Mercy have?
Mercy has 2 syllables (Mer-cy) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Mercy?
Mercy ranks #2,256 among girl names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Mercy?
Some ideas: Mercy Lasmaria Friska; Mercy Irina Priska; Mercy Angelina.
Famous people named Mercy?
Notable people named Mercy include Mercy Chriesty Barends, Mercy Ogotan, Mercy Raya.
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