Merrell
Merrell: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Merrell
- A male given name.
Etymology
Variant of Muriel.
How popular is Merrell?
Since 1880, 155 girls and 1,164 boys in the U.S. have been named Merrell (12% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2804 in 1927. Its highest rank for boys was #1293 in 1915. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Merrell FAQ
What does the name Merrell mean?
A male given name. Variant of Muriel.
How popular is the name Merrell?
Since 1880, 155 girls and 1,164 boys in the U.S. have been named Merrell (12% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2804 in 1927. Its highest rank for boys was #1293 in 1915. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Merrell a boy or girl name?
Merrell is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (155 girls and 1,164 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.