Meriel - Girl Cat Names

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Meriel

/ˈmɛriəl/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Pearl or sea-born

Symbolizes purity, rarity, and inner beauty emerging through time and pressure. As a name, it suggests a quiet strength beneath a gentle exterior.

Symbolism

Embodies elegance, mystery, and natural perfection. Often associated with treasures hidden beneath the surface, much like a pearl formed in the ocean.

Etymology: Possibly derived from the Latin 'margarita' meaning pearl, or influenced by the Welsh 'mawr' (great) and 'llyr' (sea), suggesting 'great sea' or 'sea pearl'. Alternatively, it may be a variant of Muriel, an ancient Celtic name meaning 'bright sea'.

Style & Origin

elegant

gentle

Cultural Background

Of uncertain but likely English or Celtic origin, Meriel has a fairy-tale-like resonance and appears

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