Merel
girl nameMerel entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #2922 in 1939, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
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rank today
#2922
peak (1939)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4096 |
| 1930s | #2922 |
| 1940s | #4574 |
| 1950s | #4740 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merel alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merel in 2025?
- Merel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Merel most popular?
- Merel peaked in 1939, reaching #2922 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merel with classmates?
- Merel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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