Merville
boy nameMerville entered the US charts in 1899, peaked at #1051 in 1899, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1899–2025
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rank today
#1051
peak (1899)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1051 |
| 1910s | #2911 |
| 1920s | #3845 |
| 1930s | #3776 |
| 1950s | #3373 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Merville are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Merville alive today was born around 1920, making them about 105 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merville in 2025?
- Merville is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Merville most popular?
- Merville peaked in 1899, reaching #1051 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Merville with classmates?
- Merville will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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