How popular is the name Mervyn in 2025?

Mervyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Mervyn most popular?

Mervyn peaked in 1937, reaching #824 among US boy names.

Mervyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Mervyn entered the US charts in 1905, peaked at #824 in 1937, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#824

peak (1937)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 600 people named Mervyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Mervyn alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Mervyn in 2025?: Mervyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Mervyn most popular?: Mervyn peaked in 1937, reaching #824 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Mervyn with classmates?: Mervyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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