Fitzgerald vs Merlin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Merlin

Boy #2,083 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sea fortress"

Origin: Brittonic/Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English French Medieval

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,083
Total SSA Count
72
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Merl

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Fitzgerald Rank #2,235
Merlin Rank #2,083

Merlin is more popular, ranked #2083 vs #2235 for Fitzgerald.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Fitzgerald ___

  • Fitzgerald James
  • Fitzgerald Joseph
  • Fitzgerald Patrick
  • Fitzgerald Cole
  • Fitzgerald Reid
  • Fitzgerald William

Merlin ___

  • Merlin James
  • Merlin Arthur
  • Merlin Rhys
  • Merlin Stone
  • Merlin Grey
  • Merlin Forest

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Fitzgerald

Sullivan Kennedy Callahan Riordan Greer

If you choose Merlin

Arthur Guinevere Lancelot Morgan Tristan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fitzgerald or Merlin more popular?

Merlin is more popular, ranked #2083 compared to Fitzgerald at #2235 in the United States.

What do Fitzgerald and Merlin mean?

Fitzgerald means "son of Gerald" (Anglo-Norman/Irish origin). Merlin means "sea fortress" (Brittonic/Welsh origin).

Are Fitzgerald and Merlin boy or girl names?

Fitzgerald is primarily a boy name. Merlin is primarily a boy name.

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