Mervel
boy nameMervel entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #3357 in 1928, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
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rank today
#3357
peak (1928)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3958 |
| 1930s | #4001 |
| 1940s | #3560 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Mervel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Mervel alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mervel in 2025?
- Mervel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Mervel most popular?
- Mervel peaked in 1928, reaching #3357 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mervel with classmates?
- Mervel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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