Merideth

Meredith is a female given name of Welsh origin. It means "great sea" or "marine" in Welsh. The name is derived from the element "mor" meaning sea and "eithr" meaning great. The name Meredith has been used for centuries, with its earliest known usage dating back to medieval Wales. However, it was not until the 19th century that the name began to gain popularity outside of Wales. Today, Meredith is a popular name in English-speaking countries around the world. Some notable people who have borne the name Meredith include the American poet and activist Angela Carter, who wrote under the pen name Angela Meredith, and Meredith Vieira, an American journalist and television personality known for hosting the talk show The View and the quiz show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?.