Alla vs Merle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Merle

Boy #4,664 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"blackbird"

Origin: Old French from Latin merula

Cultural Roots

French English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,664
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mer, Mey, Meie

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Alla Rank #28,478
Merle Rank #4,664

Merle is more popular, ranked #4664 vs #28478 for Alla.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alla ___

No pairings available yet.

Merle ___

  • Merle Wayne
  • Merle Ray
  • Merle Dean
  • Merle Gene
  • Merle Lee
  • Merle Dale

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Alla

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If you choose Merle

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alla or Merle more popular?

Merle is more popular, ranked #4664 compared to Alla at #28478 in the United States.

What do Alla and Merle mean?

Merle means "blackbird" (Old French from Latin merula origin).

Are Alla and Merle boy or girl names?

Alla is primarily a boy name. Merle is primarily a boy name.

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