feminine Mercedes

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Origin:
latin
Name Root:
merx > merce / mercēs
Meaning:*
This name derives from the Latin “merce / mercēs” (wages, reward), ablative singular of “merx,” meaning “goods, merchandise, commodity.” The most popular meaning is “compassion, forbearance, forgiveness, pity, favor.” The name was popular among the Puritans in the 16th and 17th centuries but is now less common. The name is linked to the Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes (Our Lady of Mercy), one of the names by which the Virgin Mary is venerated. 1) The Virgin of Mercy is a subject in Catholic art, showing a group of people sheltering for protection under the outspread cloak of the Virgin Mary. 2) Blessed Mercedes de Jesús Molina is a Roman Catholic blessed from Baba, Ecuador. She was a missionary who devoted her life to the care of abandoned children and founded the order of the Sisters of Mariana de Jesús. She was beatified by Pope John Paul II on 1 February 1985.

Usage

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polish
hungarian (magyar)
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Popularity & Ranking

United States Ranking #985


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New Age Curiosities

Numerological Values: #9

A number 9 person is humane and selfless. Compassion, tolerance, idealism and sensitivity are the hallmarks of number 9. Number 9 individuals often give unselfishly to others.

Chakra Number: #9
Chakra "Pineal Gland"

The Pineal Gland is about the size of a pea, and is in the center of the brain in a tiny cave behind and above the pituitary gland which lies a little behind the root of the nose. It is located directly behind the eyes, attached to the third ventricle. This chakra is also known as the upper dan tien. The ninth chakra is an interesting chakra in that it is in this chakra that all the Christ abilities lie dormant, waiting to be released and used in the outer and inner worlds. The shift in focus at this time is toward that Christ energy and the accompanying abilities that go along with it. Hence, a great deal of work and energy is now being sent into physical reality to help the individual open up and expand this energy center.

Color meaning: Gold

It is no surprise that gold symbolizes wealth used wisely, but it is also the symbol of good health. People who favor the color gold are optimistic. The Tibetan Buddhist believes in 5 sacred stones: the crystal for light, turquoise for infinity of sea and sky, coral for life and form, gold for the golden ray of the sun, silver for the light of the moon. Gold is intimately linked with Divinity and those gods associated with the Sun. It symbolizes wealth and success.

Name Songs

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Notable People and Personalities

Mercedes (raquel Miller), Former American R&b Singer
Mercedes Bresso (born 1944), Italian Politician
Mercedes Calderón (born 1965), Cuban Volleyball Player
Mercedes De Acosta (1893–1968), American Poet And Socialite
Mercedes J. Ruehl (born 1948) American Theater, Television, And Film Actress
Mercedes Lackey (born 1950), American Fantasy Author
Mercedes Lander (born 1984), Canadian Drummer
Mercedes Mccambridge (1916–2004) American Actress
Mercedes Mcnab (born 1980), Canadian Actress
Mercedes Of Orléans (1860–1878), Queen Consort Of Spain
Mercedes Pérez (born 1987), Colombian Weightlifter
Mercedes Peris (born 1985), Spanish Backstroke Swimmer
Mercedes Sahores (born 1974), Argentine Ski Mountaineer And Mountain Climber
Mercedes Sosa (1935–2009), Argentine Singer
Mercedes Yvette Scelba-shorte (born 1981), American Fashion Model And Actress
Mercedes, Princess Of Asturias (1880–1904), Eldest Daughter Of King Alfonso Xii Of Spain