About Merriett
The surname Merriett is of English origin and is derived from the medieval given name "Maurice," which itself comes from the Latin name "Mauritius," meaning "dark-skinned" or "Moorish." Over time, the name evolved to Merriett, and it is believed to have been a nickname for someone with a dark complexion or someone who had connections to the Moors. The surname Merriett is relatively rare and is primarily found in the United Kingdom.
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The surname Merriett is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Merriett 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 Merriett is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Merriett in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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