Merwyn
boy nameMerwyn entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1031 in 1937, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1031
peak (1937)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2252 |
| 1920s | #1891 |
| 1930s | #1281 |
| 1940s | #2155 |
| 1950s | #3276 |
| 1960s | #3792 |
| 1970s | #4375 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Merwyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Merwyn alive today was born around 1934, making them about 91 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Merwyn in 2025?
- Merwyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Merwyn most popular?
- Merwyn peaked in 1937, reaching #1031 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Merwyn with classmates?
- Merwyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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