Merlin vs Sheldon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Merlin

Boy #2,083 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sea fortress"

Origin: Brittonic/Welsh

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Boy #1,966 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"steep valley settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Merlin Rank #2,083

Sheldon Rank #1,966

Sheldon is more popular, ranked #1966 vs #2083 for Merlin.

Is Merlin or Sheldon more popular?

Sheldon is more popular, ranked #1966 compared to Merlin at #2083 in the United States.

What do Merlin and Sheldon mean?

Merlin means "sea fortress" (Brittonic/Welsh origin). Sheldon means "steep valley settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Merlin and Sheldon boy or girl names?

Merlin is primarily a boy name. Sheldon is primarily a boy name.