Merva
girl nameMerva entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #3376 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#3376
peak (1936)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4553 |
| 1920s | #4032 |
| 1930s | #3790 |
| 1940s | #5243 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merva are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merva alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merva in 2025?
- Merva is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Merva most popular?
- Merva peaked in 1936, reaching #3376 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Merva with classmates?
- Merva will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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