Merlynn
girl nameMerlynn entered the US charts in 1939, peaked at #3593 in 1948, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1939–2025
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rank today
#3593
peak (1948)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #4250 |
| 1940s | #4341 |
| 1950s | #5655 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merlynn are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merlynn alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merlynn in 2025?
- Merlynn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Merlynn most popular?
- Merlynn peaked in 1948, reaching #3593 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merlynn with classmates?
- Merlynn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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