Murlyn
boy nameMurlyn entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #3560 in 1942, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#3560
peak (1942)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3825 |
| 1930s | #3709 |
| 1940s | #3560 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Murlyn are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Murlyn alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Murlyn in 2025?
- Murlyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Murlyn most popular?
- Murlyn peaked in 1942, reaching #3560 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Murlyn with classmates?
- Murlyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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