Merikare

Beloved of the soul of Ra

GenderBoyOriginEgyptianSay itmeh-ree-KAH-rayPopularityUncommon
Pronounced meh-ree-KAH-ray

About the name Merikare

Merikare is remembered through an ancient wisdom text of royal instruction addressed to him. It's a rare, intellectually resonant name.

Reflective and wise, guided by careful counsel.

Fun fact

The Instructions for Merikare is one of ancient Egypt's earliest surviving works of political philosophy.

Nicknames for Merikare

Meri

Variations

Merykare

Famous people named Merikare

  • Merikare (subject of the ancient 'Instructions for Merikare' text)

Sibling name ideas

NeferuSithathor

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