Merrian
girl nameMerrian entered the US charts in 1931, peaked at #4196 in 1943, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1931–2025
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rank today
#4196
peak (1943)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #4331 |
| 1940s | #4196 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merrian are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merrian 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 Merrian in 2025?
- Merrian is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Merrian most popular?
- Merrian peaked in 1943, reaching #4196 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merrian with classmates?
- Merrian will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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