Merla
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Merla first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 117 babies have been named Merla in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Merla is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,322 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,322
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Merla
Merla is a girl name .
Merla is currently ranked #70,322 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Merla include Mer, Mey, Meie, and Merkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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