“M” names are wildly popular, coming second only to those starting with “j”. If you love the letter and are looking for an unusual biblical name, Meris is darling! It’s also close enough to many other common names, like Mary, to sound pleasantly familiar without loosing it’s unique edge.

Meris

Original Language + Form: Greek μερίς

Range of Meanings: Portion, a share

Concept: To be “partakers”, given an assigned amount, like in an inheritance.

References or Context:

but only one thing is necessary, for Mary has chosen the good part, which shall not be taken away from her.

Luke 10:42

giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified us to share in the inheritance of the saints in Light.

Colossians 1:12

If you like the biblical name Meris, you will love: Salem