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Meredith

muh-REH-dihth

Meredith (name) means a given name and surname of Welsh origin, meaning "great lord" or "great ruler.". Example: “Meredith is the lead character in the TV series Grey's Anatomy.”

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A given name and surname of Welsh origin, meaning "great lord" or "great ruler."
"Meredith is the lead character in the TV series Grey's Anatomy."

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Etymology

From Welsh Maredudd (“great lord”).

Origin: Welsh

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Meredith” mean?

The word “Meredith” means a given name and surname of Welsh origin, meaning "great lord" or "great ruler.".

How do you pronounce “Meredith”?

“Meredith” is pronounced muh-REH-dihth (/məˈɹɛdɪθ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Meredith” in a sentence?

Here is “Meredith” used in a sentence: “Meredith is the lead character in the TV series Grey's Anatomy.”

What part of speech is “Meredith”?

“Meredith” is a name.

Is “Meredith” a common word?

“Meredith” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Is Meredith used as a name for men, women, or both?

Meredith originated as a Welsh male given name and surname, though in modern English-speaking countries it is now more commonly used as a female first name.

What is the origin of the name Meredith?

Meredith comes from Welsh, where it carries the meaning "great lord" or "great ruler," and it has long been used both as a personal given name and as a family surname.

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