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Meryl vs Sharlene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Meryl

Girl #5,487 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright sea, shining pool"

Origin: Celtic/Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,487
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Meryl Rank #5,487
Sharlene Rank #17,166

Meryl is more popular, ranked #5487 vs #17166 for Sharlene.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Meryl or Sharlene more popular?

Meryl is more popular, ranked #5487 compared to Sharlene at #17166 in the United States.

What do Meryl and Sharlene mean?

Meryl means "bright sea, shining pool" (Celtic/Welsh origin).

Are Meryl and Sharlene boy or girl names?

Meryl is primarily a girl name. Sharlene is primarily a girl name.

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