Merrilynn
girl nameMerrilynn entered the US charts in 1943, peaked at #4651 in 1948, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1943–2025
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rank today
#4651
peak (1948)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4767 |
| 1960s | #5289 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merrilynn are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merrilynn alive today was born around 1947, making them about 78 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merrilynn in 2025?
- Merrilynn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Merrilynn most popular?
- Merrilynn peaked in 1948, reaching #4651 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merrilynn with classmates?
- Merrilynn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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