Myrl
girl nameMyrl entered the US charts in 1887, peaked at #629 in 1899, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1887–2025
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rank today
#629
peak (1899)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1187 |
| 1890s | #851 |
| 1900s | #799 |
| 1910s | #868 |
| 1920s | #1011 |
| 1930s | #1651 |
| 1940s | #2790 |
| 1950s | #4554 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Myrl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Myrl 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 Myrl in 2025?
- Myrl is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Myrl most popular?
- Myrl peaked in 1899, reaching #629 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Myrl with classmates?
- Myrl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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