Merv
Pronunciation: [ m-ERV ]
Merv is a boy baby name. Ranked #9,088 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Merv first appeared in US Social Security records in 1961.
Over 20 babies have been named Merv in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Merv is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,088 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,088
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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