Merlyn
Merlyn: name meaning, origin and popularity
How popular is Merlyn?
Since 1880, 1,635 girls and 3,410 boys in the U.S. have been named Merlyn (32% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1160 in 1936. Its highest rank for boys was #509 in 1931. In 2025, 13 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Merlyn FAQ
How popular is the name Merlyn?
Since 1880, 1,635 girls and 3,410 boys in the U.S. have been named Merlyn (32% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1160 in 1936. Its highest rank for boys was #509 in 1931. In 2025, 13 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Merlyn a boy or girl name?
Merlyn is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (1,635 girls and 3,410 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).