Merilyn
Merilyn is a girl baby name. Ranked #38,130 in the US, popular nicknames include Mer, Mey, and Merie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Merilyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 770 babies have been named Merilyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Merilyn is past its peak , currently ranked #38,130 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,130
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Merilyn
Merilyn is a girl name .
Merilyn is currently ranked #38,130 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Merilyn include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Meriie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Merilyn include Merida . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis