Merlina
Pronunciation: [ m-erl-EEN-uh ]
Merlina is a girl baby name. Ranked #33,215 in the US, popular nicknames include Mer, Mey, and Merie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Merlina first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 170 babies have been named Merlina in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Merlina is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #33,215 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #33,215
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Merlina
Merlina is a girl name .
Merlina is currently ranked #33,215 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Merlina include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Merlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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