About Merriam
The surname Merriam is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "merry," meaning "pleasant" or "joyful." It was often used as a nickname for someone who had a cheerful or happy disposition. Over time, the name Merriam became a surname and was passed down through generations, signifying a family with a history of positivity and happiness.
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The surname Merriam is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Merriam based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Merriam is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Merriam in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Merriam using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.