Meaning: Its source is Mercurius, a Latin name meaning "Commerce."

Languages: This boy's name is used in literature.

Source Forms: Mercurius

Narrative: In modern usage, this name is sometimes a nickname for fleet-footed runners. Its ancient root also evolved into such terms as ''merchant,'' ''market'' and ''mercenary,'' not only showing the influence of the wing-footed Roman god of commerce, but reflecting the bustle of commercial life.