Merrel
boy nameMerrel entered the US charts in 1908, peaked at #1217 in 1908, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1908–2025
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rank today
#1217
peak (1908)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1217 |
| 1910s | #2703 |
| 1920s | #3047 |
| 1930s | #2985 |
| 1940s | #3073 |
| 1950s | #3800 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merrel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merrel alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merrel in 2025?
- Merrel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Merrel most popular?
- Merrel peaked in 1908, reaching #1217 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Merrel with classmates?
- Merrel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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