Merl
girl nameMerl entered the US charts in 1895, peaked at #1202 in 1895, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1895–2025
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rank today
#1202
peak (1895)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1233 |
| 1900s | #1689 |
| 1910s | #2784 |
| 1920s | #3338 |
| 1930s | #3595 |
| 1940s | #4016 |
| 1950s | #4833 |
| 1960s | #6564 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merl are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merl alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merl in 2025?
- Merl is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Merl most popular?
- Merl peaked in 1895, reaching #1202 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merl with classmates?
- Merl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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