The story behind Meredith
Originally a Welsh boys' name from 'mawr' (great) and 'iudd' (lord); now used mainly for girls in English.
Meredith’s number is 1.
Independence and leadership. Ones in this system are read as natural initiators — self-reliant, driven, and comfortable forging their own path.
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“Blessed peacemaking, or holy reconciliation” — Girl name
Bronwen
“Fair, blessed breast, or white breast” — Girl name
Dylan
“Son of the sea, great tide” — Boy name
Gwendolyn
“Fair, blessed ring, or white bow” — Girl name
Idris
“Ardent lord, fiery leader” — Boy name
Owen
“Noble born, young warrior” — Boy name
About the name Meredith.
What does Meredith mean?
Meredith means “great ruler, guardian of the sea.” It carries Welsh roots. Originally a Welsh boys' name from 'mawr' (great) and 'iudd' (lord); now used mainly for girls in English.
How do you pronounce Meredith?
Meredith is pronounced MER-eh-dith, with 3 syllables.
Is Meredith a boy name, girl name, or unisex?
Meredith is most commonly used as a unisex name in its Welsh naming tradition, though usage can vary by region and generation.