Merial
girl nameMerial entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #3188 in 1914, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#3188
peak (1914)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3223 |
| 1920s | #4021 |
| 1930s | #4296 |
| 1940s | #4633 |
| 1960s | #6578 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merial are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merial alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merial in 2025?
- Merial is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Merial most popular?
- Merial peaked in 1914, reaching #3188 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merial with classmates?
- Merial will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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