UK girl's name
Mercades
Of German origin, meaning "from the town of Mercedes".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mercades is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Mercades popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5556, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 5 births.
This profile covers 13 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2007 to 2009. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 13 living people in the UK are called Mercades. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mercades ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 5 girls were registered as Mercades.
- • About 13 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mercades as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5556
2009
Births in 2009
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
5 births
Estimated living
13
2026
Meaning
What does Mercades mean?
The name Mercades originates from the Latin word "merces," which means "reward" or "payment." This name has its roots in ancient Roman culture, where it was likely used as a name to honor the goddess of commerce and trade, Mercuria.
In the early days of Christianity, the name Mercades gained popularity as it was associated with the concept of divine mercy and grace. It was believed that the name represented the reward of eternal life promised to those who lived a virtuous life.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mercades can be found in the writings of St. Jerome, a 4th-century Christian scholar and theologian. He mentioned a woman named Mercades who was known for her charitable works and devotion to the Church.
During the Middle Ages, the name Mercades was popular among the nobility and upper classes of Europe. It was seen as a noble and refined name, reflecting the wealth and status of the families who chose to bestow it upon their children.
In the 16th century, Mercades de Velasco, a Spanish noblewoman, became a prominent figure in the court of King Philip II. She was renowned for her beauty, intelligence, and her role as a patron of the arts.
Another notable bearer of the name was Mercades de Acuña, a 17th-century Spanish playwright and poet. Her works explored themes of love, honor, and the complexities of human relationships, earning her widespread acclaim during her lifetime.
In the 19th century, Mercades Cabeza de Vaca was a renowned Spanish explorer and writer. Her accounts of her travels and encounters with Native American tribes in the present-day United States provided valuable insights into the cultures and customs of the indigenous peoples.
The name Mercades has also been associated with strength and resilience. Mercades Rodríguez, a Cuban revolutionary and feminist, was known for her unwavering commitment to social justice and her fight for women's rights in the early 20th century.
Throughout history, the name Mercades has been borne by women from various walks of life, each leaving their mark on the world through their achievements, contributions, and unwavering spirit.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mercades over time
The chart below shows babies named Mercades registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Mercades, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2009, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mercades by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mercades was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4361 | 13 | 3 |
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FAQ
Mercades: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mercades in the UK right now?
In 2009, Mercades was ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Mercades most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 5 babies registered as Mercades in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mercades?
Of German origin, meaning "from the town of Mercedes".
How many people are called Mercades in the UK?
A total of 13 babies have been registered as Mercades across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.