Meribeth, derived from Hebrew origins, is a unique and distinctive given name for females. It translates to "contended with death," signifying resilience and strength. The name Meribeth consists of two elements: "Merib" meaning "contentious" or "strife," and "beth" which refers to the house or dwelling place. Thus, it can be interpreted as a name that signifies finding peace or contentment amidst challenges. This rare name offers parents an opportunity to bestow their daughter with a name that stands out while carrying a meaningful message.
The name Meribeth appears to have had its peak popularity between the late 1940s and early 1950s with a total of 239 births recorded during this period. However, it became less common after the mid-1950s, with only sporadic years showing more than 6 births until the 1970s when there was another brief spike with 15 births in 1973 and 7 births each in 1974 and 1976. After that, it fell back to fewer than 10 births per year, with some years having only 5 or 6. Overall, Meribeth was a popular name for baby girls from the early 20th century up until the mid-1970s.