Reggie vs Merlin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reggie

Boy #1,972 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler's counsel, powerful advisor"

Origin: Old High German via Norman French

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Boy #2,083 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sea fortress"

Origin: Brittonic/Welsh

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Reggie Rank #1,972

Merlin Rank #2,083

Reggie is more popular, ranked #1972 vs #2083 for Merlin.

Is Reggie or Merlin more popular?

Reggie is more popular, ranked #1972 compared to Merlin at #2083 in the United States.

What do Reggie and Merlin mean?

Reggie means "ruler's counsel, powerful advisor" (Old High German via Norman French origin). Merlin means "sea fortress" (Brittonic/Welsh origin).

Are Reggie and Merlin boy or girl names?

Reggie is primarily a boy name. Merlin is primarily a boy name.