Mercedes as a Female Name
Mercedes is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Mercedes for a girl get a name with a clear Spanish (from Latin) heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Mercedes means “"mercies; ransoms"” and is of Spanish (from Latin) origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Merche, Mercè, Merceditas.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Mercedes across all genders, see the complete Mercedes name meaning.
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Is Mercedes a girl's name?+
Mercedes is most commonly a girl's name. It means “"mercies; ransoms"” and is of Spanish (from Latin) origin.
What does Mercedes mean?+
Mercedes means “"mercies; ransoms"” and originates from Spanish (from Latin).