Murlin
boy nameMurlin entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1796 in 1927, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1796
peak (1927)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2588 |
| 1920s | #2657 |
| 1930s | #2732 |
| 1940s | #2785 |
| 1950s | #3425 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Murlin are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Murlin 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 Murlin in 2025?
- Murlin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Murlin most popular?
- Murlin peaked in 1927, reaching #1796 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Murlin with classmates?
- Murlin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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