Merlin
girl name#7491 in 2025Merlin entered the US charts in 1901, peaked at #1466 in 1901, ranks #7491 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1901–2025
#7491
rank today
#1466
peak (1901)
14
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1466 |
| 1910s | #2794 |
| 1920s | #2966 |
| 1930s | #2961 |
| 1940s | #3858 |
| 1950s | #5423 |
| 1960s | #5630 |
| 1970s | #7858 |
| 1980s | #9249 |
| 1990s | #8263 |
| 2000s | #6615 |
| 2010s | #9030 |
| 2020s | #7944 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Merlin has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 700 people named Merlin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Merlin alive today was born around 1995, making them about 30 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merlin in 2025?
- Merlin ranks #7491 among US girl names in 2025, with 14 babies given the name.
- When was the name Merlin most popular?
- Merlin peaked in 1901, reaching #1466 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merlin with classmates?
- Merlin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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