Merrill
boy name#6143 in 2025Merrill entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #320 in 1916, ranks #6143 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#6143
rank today
#320
peak (1916)
14
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #605 |
| 1890s | #449 |
| 1900s | #378 |
| 1910s | #354 |
| 1920s | #348 |
| 1930s | #365 |
| 1940s | #449 |
| 1950s | #611 |
| 1960s | #868 |
| 1970s | #1261 |
| 1980s | #2016 |
| 1990s | #3739 |
| 2000s | #7708 |
| 2010s | #8401 |
| 2020s | #9540 |
Living bearers
About 4,200 people named Merrill are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Merrill alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merrill in 2025?
- Merrill ranks #6143 among US boy names in 2025, with 14 babies given the name.
- When was the name Merrill most popular?
- Merrill peaked in 1916, reaching #320 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Merrill with classmates?
- Merrill will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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