Merv
boy nameMerv entered the US charts in 1961, peaked at #2538 in 1961, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1961–2025
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rank today
#2538
peak (1961)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #2693 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merv are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merv alive today was born around 1961, making them about 64 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merv in 2025?
- Merv is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Merv most popular?
- Merv peaked in 1961, reaching #2538 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Merv with classmates?
- Merv will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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