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Merlon

Boy Name #33,229 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Merlon is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Merlon often also consider Caysyn, Crux, Ronniel .

Popularity Over Time

#33,229
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#33,229
Total SSA Count
5

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Mer Mey Merie Merlie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Merlon

Is Merlon a boy or girl name?
Merlon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #33229. As a girl name, it is ranked #48301. Merlon is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Merlon?
Merlon is currently ranked #33229 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Merlon?
Common nicknames for Merlon include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Merlie.
Is Merlon a common or rare name?
Merlon is an uncommon name, ranked #33229 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Merlon

Merlon is a boy name .

Is Merlon a boy or girl name? Merlon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #33,229 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #48,301. Merlon is more commonly used as a boy name.

Merlon is currently ranked #33,229 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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

Alternative spellings of Merlon include Merlin, Merle . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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