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Origin: Irish

Meaning: Sea nymph; Shining sea, sparkling sea

Merial is a shimmering girl’s name of Irish origin. Derived from the Gaelic names Meriel and Muriel, this name means “sea nymph,” “sparkling, shining sea.” The ocean is the life force of our planet, and little Merial will sure grow up with an un_wave_ring love for the sea. The name also presents a bunch of adorable nicknames, like Mer, Ria, or even Erial—as a subtle nod to the world’s favorite mermaid!