Merrell
boy nameMerrell entered the US charts in 1911, peaked at #1265 in 1915, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1911–2025
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rank today
#1265
peak (1915)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1785 |
| 1920s | #1667 |
| 1930s | #1810 |
| 1940s | #1642 |
| 1950s | #2102 |
| 1960s | #2762 |
| 1970s | #3386 |
| 1980s | #5714 |
| 1990s | #6478 |
| 2000s | #10792 |
| 2010s | #10580 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Merrell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Merrell alive today was born around 1943, making them about 82 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merrell in 2025?
- Merrell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Merrell most popular?
- Merrell peaked in 1915, reaching #1265 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Merrell with classmates?
- Merrell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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