Merlene
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Merlene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 677 babies have been named Merlene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Merlene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #69,864 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #69,864
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Merlene
Merlene is a girl name .
Merlene is currently ranked #69,864 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Merlene include Mer, Merl, Merly, Merlie, Ene, Eney, Mey, Meie, and Merkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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