Merril
girl nameMerril entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2817 in 1942, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#2817
peak (1942)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3731 |
| 1920s | #4907 |
| 1940s | #3674 |
| 1950s | #4690 |
| 1960s | #6597 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merril are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merril 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 Merril in 2025?
- Merril is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Merril most popular?
- Merril peaked in 1942, reaching #2817 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merril with classmates?
- Merril will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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