Merrilee
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Merrilee first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,210 babies have been named Merrilee in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Merrilee is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #67,520 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #67,520
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Merrilee
Merrilee is a girl name .
Merrilee is currently ranked #67,520 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Merrilee include Mer, Merr, Merry, Merrie, Merri, Merriy, Merriie, Lee, Leey, Mey, Meie, and Merkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Merrilee include Merritt . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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