Mearl
boy nameMearl entered the US charts in 1894, peaked at #653 in 1909, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1894–2025
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rank today
#653
peak (1909)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #857 |
| 1900s | #955 |
| 1910s | #1294 |
| 1920s | #1368 |
| 1930s | #1521 |
| 1940s | #1674 |
| 1950s | #2304 |
| 1960s | #2993 |
| 1970s | #4554 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Mearl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mearl alive today was born around 1931, making them about 94 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mearl in 2025?
- Mearl is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Mearl most popular?
- Mearl peaked in 1909, reaching #653 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mearl with classmates?
- Mearl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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