Jerlyn
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Jerlyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 185 babies have been named Jerlyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jerlyn is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,922 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,922
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Germanic via Old French Gerald origin
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Ancient Greek origin
"innocent, unstained"
#36,917 in US
English origin
"Elaboration of Linda, meaning beautiful"
#36,762 in US
Hebrew origin
"lily, rose"
#36,808 in US
Welsh origin
"pure, good (combined form)"
#36,893 in US
Old English ælf + ræd origin
"elf counsel (via Alfrid)"
#36,986 in US
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About the Name Jerlyn
Jerlyn is a girl name .
Jerlyn is currently ranked #36,922 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jerlyn include Jer, Jerl, Jerly, Jerlie, Jey, Jeie, and Jerkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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