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Origin: Latin

Meaning: Mercy, grace

Merced is a gender-neutral name of Spanish origin, acting as a fun spin on the classic name Mercedes. Coming from the Latin mercedem, it translates to “mercy” or “grace,” reminding your little one of the importance of compassion and forgiveness. If you want to connect baby to the Golden State, Merced is also the name of various places in California, including Merced County, Merced River, and Lake Merced.