Azir vs Merlin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Azir

Boy #1,800 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dear, beloved"

Origin: Arabic

Arabic Muslim American

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Boy #2,083 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sea fortress"

Origin: Brittonic/Welsh

Welsh English French Medieval

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Azir Rank #1,800

Merlin Rank #2,083

Azir is more popular, ranked #1800 vs #2083 for Merlin.

Is Azir or Merlin more popular?

Azir is more popular, ranked #1800 compared to Merlin at #2083 in the United States.

What do Azir and Merlin mean?

Azir means "dear, beloved" (Arabic origin). Merlin means "sea fortress" (Brittonic/Welsh origin).

Are Azir and Merlin boy or girl names?

Azir is primarily a boy name. Merlin is primarily a boy name.