girl name · Spanish origin
Mercedes
/ mer-SEH-dess /
Meaning
Mercedes means Mercies (Spanish).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Spanish
Pronunciation
mer-SEH-dess
Popularity
#1439 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Mercedes in the US, 1880–2025
Mercedes first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1991, when 1,798 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 150.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Mercedes mean?
Mercedes means “mercies,” from Our Lady of Mercy.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mercedes mean?
Mercedes means Mercies. Mercedes means “mercies,” from Our Lady of Mercy.
What is the origin of the name Mercedes?
Mercedes is of Spanish origin.
How do you pronounce Mercedes?
Mercedes is pronounced “mer-SEH-dess.”
Is Mercedes a boy or a girl name?
Mercedes is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Mercedes?
In 2025, Mercedes ranked #1439 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Mercedes most popular?
Mercedes was most popular in 1991, when about 1,798 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.