How popular is the name Myrl in 2025?

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

When was the name Myrl most popular?

Myrl peaked in 1906, reaching #852 among US boy names.

Myrl will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Myrl entered the US charts in 1896, peaked at #852 in 1906, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#852

peak (1906)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 300 people named Myrl are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Myrl alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Myrl in 2025?: Myrl is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Myrl most popular?: Myrl peaked in 1906, reaching #852 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Myrl with classmates?: Myrl will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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