Merril vs Philander

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Merril

Boy #25,910 Most Popular

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Boy #25,857 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"lover of mankind"

Origin: Greek

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Merril Rank #25,910

Philander Rank #25,857

Philander is more popular, ranked #25857 vs #25910 for Merril.

Is Merril or Philander more popular?

Philander is more popular, ranked #25857 compared to Merril at #25910 in the United States.

What do Merril and Philander mean?

Philander means "lover of mankind" (Greek origin).

Are Merril and Philander boy or girl names?

Merril is primarily a boy name. Philander is primarily a boy name.