Merlon
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Merlon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 40 babies have been named Merlon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Merlon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,229 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #33,229
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Merlon is also used as a girl name, ranked #48301.
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About the Name Merlon
Merlon is a boy name .
Is Merlon a boy or girl name? Merlon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #33,229 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #48,301. Merlon is more commonly used as a boy name.
Merlon is currently ranked #33,229 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Merlon include Mer, Merl, Merly, Merlie, Mey, Meie, and Merkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Merlon include Merlin, Merle . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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