Merril

Q: Is Merril a boy or girl name?

Merril is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name it ranks #69548, and as a boy name it ranks #25910.

Q: How popular is the name Merril?

Merril is ranked #69548 in popularity for girl names.

Girl Name #69,548 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Merril is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Merril often also consider Bernell, Carlita, .

Popularity Over Time

#69,548

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Compare Merril with other names →

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #69,548
Total SSA Count: 5

Alternative Spellings

Merritt #1411

Nicknames

Mer Mey Merie Merrie

Middle Name Ideas

Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style

Merril Daisy

Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
Merril Brooklyn

Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
Merril Georgia

Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
Merril Ayla

Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
Merril Claire

Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
Merril Maeve

Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
Merril Eliza

Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
Merril Alice

Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
Merril Eden

Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
Merril Alaia

Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo

Sibling Match Premium

Check how Merril fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.

Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.

Also a Boy Name

Merril is also used as a boy name, ranked #25910.

View Merril as a boy name →

Similar Names

See all names like Merril →

Evalin Girl Hebrew Bernell Girl Germanic Carlita Girl Latin Denzel Girl Cornish topographic

Compare Merril with...

Merril vs Evalin Merril vs Bernell Merril vs Carlita Merril vs Denzel

Playground Safety

Kid-Friendly

Can't decide?

Start a tournament bracket with Merril and other names you're considering.

Start a Tournament

Like this name?

Check how Merril sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.

Analyze This Name

Browse more girl names →

Explore More Generators

🧝 Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
🐾 Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
🎭 Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres

Frequently Asked Questions About Merril

Is Merril a boy or girl name?

Merril is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #69548. As a boy name, it is ranked #25910. Merril is more commonly used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Merril?

Merril is currently ranked #69548 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Merril?

Common nicknames for Merril include Mer, Mey, Merie, and Merrie.

Is Merril a common or rare name?

Merril is an uncommon name, ranked #69548 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Merril

Merril is a girl name .

Is Merril a boy or girl name? Merril is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #69,548 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #25,910. Merril is more commonly used as a boy name.

Merril is currently ranked #69,548 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

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

Alternative spellings of Merril include Merritt . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.