Mercy
Mercy is a girls' name of English origin meaning “compassion, clemency.” A Puritan virtue name derived from Latin 'merces' via Old French 'merci,' meaning reward or pity.
how do you pronounce Mercy?
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what does Mercy mean?
The name Mercy means “compassion, clemency.” It comes from the English language tradition.
A Puritan virtue name derived from Latin 'merces' via Old French 'merci,' meaning reward or pity. The Puritans favored such abstract virtue names, and Mercy is experiencing a revival alongside Grace and Faith.
who are famous people named Mercy?
- Mercy Otis Warren (American Revolution patriot)
- Mercy Thompson (fictional character by Patricia Briggs)
- Mercy (David Crowder Band song)
what names are similar to Mercy?
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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