Merril
boy nameMerril entered the US charts in 1910, peaked at #1180 in 1920, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1910–2025
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rank today
#1180
peak (1920)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1393 |
| 1920s | #1512 |
| 1930s | #1814 |
| 1940s | #2065 |
| 1950s | #2679 |
| 1960s | #3397 |
| 1970s | #4505 |
| 1980s | #5525 |
| 2000s | #12553 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Merril are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Merril alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 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 boy names.
- When was the name Merril most popular?
- Merril peaked in 1920, reaching #1180 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Merril with classmates?
- Merril will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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