Merlyn
boy name#10695 in 2025Merlyn entered the US charts in 1908, peaked at #507 in 1931, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1908–2025
#10695
rank today
#507
peak (1931)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1373 |
| 1910s | #1160 |
| 1920s | #734 |
| 1930s | #560 |
| 1940s | #885 |
| 1950s | #1453 |
| 1960s | #2465 |
| 1970s | #4489 |
| 1980s | #5596 |
| 1990s | #7614 |
| 2000s | #8076 |
| 2010s | #11239 |
| 2020s | #10835 |
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Merlyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Merlyn alive today was born around 1935, making them about 90 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merlyn in 2025?
- Merlyn ranks #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Merlyn most popular?
- Merlyn peaked in 1931, reaching #507 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Merlyn with classmates?
- Merlyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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