Merlie
girl nameMerlie entered the US charts in 1897, peaked at #1136 in 1901, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1897–2025
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rank today
#1136
peak (1901)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1385 |
| 1900s | #1470 |
| 1910s | #2878 |
| 1920s | #3398 |
| 1930s | #3460 |
| 1940s | #4515 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merlie are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merlie alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merlie in 2025?
- Merlie is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Merlie most popular?
- Merlie peaked in 1901, reaching #1136 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merlie with classmates?
- Merlie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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