Merline

Pronunciation: [ m-ERL-eyen ]

Merline is a girl baby name. Ranked #17,253 in the US, popular nicknames include Mer, Mey, and Merie.

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Girl Name #17,253 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Merline is a girl name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-ERL-eyen.

Parents who love the name Merline often also consider Ader, Marium, Vadie .

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Historical Record

Merline first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.

Over 278 babies have been named Merline in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Merline is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,253 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#17,253
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#17,253
Total SSA Count
8

Nicknames

Mer Mey Merie Merlie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Merline

Is Merline a boy or girl name?
Merline is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Merline?
Merline is pronounced m-ERL-eyen.
How popular is the name Merline?
Merline is currently ranked #17253 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Merline?
Common nicknames for Merline include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Merlie.
Is Merline a common or rare name?
Merline is an uncommon name, ranked #17253 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Merline?
Merline pairs well with Ader, Marium, Vadie, Theora in style and sound.

About the Name Merline

Merline is a girl name .

Merline is currently ranked #17,253 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Merline include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Merlie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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