How popular is the name Merlon in 2025?

Merlon is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Merlon most popular?

Merlon peaked in 1934, reaching #2393 among US boy names.

Merlon will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Merlon entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #2393 in 1934, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#2393

peak (1934)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Merlon are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Merlon alive today was born around 1934, making them about 91 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Merlon in 2025?: Merlon is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Merlon most popular?: Merlon peaked in 1934, reaching #2393 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Merlon with classmates?: Merlon will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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