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Name Origin

Merrick is a masculine given name of English origin. It is thought to be derived from the Old English words 'mere' meaning 'lake' or 'pond', and 'ric' meaning 'ruler' or 'king'. Therefore, Merrick could traditionally mean 'ruler of the lake' or 'king of the pond'.

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Famous People

Merrick Garland (1952-)

Judge and Attorney

  • Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States
  • Former Chief Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
  • Led the investigation into the Oklahoma City bombing

Merrick Nhlapo (1950-)

Politician and Activist

  • Anti-apartheid activist
  • Former Minister of Sport and Recreation in South Africa