Merlene
girl nameMerlene entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #721 in 1940, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#721
peak (1940)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2814 |
| 1920s | #1626 |
| 1930s | #844 |
| 1940s | #1042 |
| 1950s | #1553 |
| 1960s | #3349 |
| 1970s | #6794 |
| 1980s | #9830 |
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Merlene are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Merlene alive today was born around 1941, making them about 84 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merlene in 2025?
- Merlene is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Merlene most popular?
- Merlene peaked in 1940, reaching #721 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merlene with classmates?
- Merlene will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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