Ridley vs Merlin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ridley

Boy #2,253 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"reed clearing"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #2,083 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sea fortress"

Origin: Brittonic/Welsh

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Ridley Rank #2,253

Merlin Rank #2,083

Merlin is more popular, ranked #2083 vs #2253 for Ridley.

Is Ridley or Merlin more popular?

Merlin is more popular, ranked #2083 compared to Ridley at #2253 in the United States.

What do Ridley and Merlin mean?

Ridley means "reed clearing" (Old English origin). Merlin means "sea fortress" (Brittonic/Welsh origin).

Are Ridley and Merlin boy or girl names?

Ridley is primarily a boy name. Merlin is primarily a boy name.