Merelyn
Girl nameMerelyn has been given to 324 babies in the U.S. since 1924. It peaked in 2007.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
324
Peak year
2007 (18 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1924
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Merelyn — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Merelyn.
Sibling name ideas for Merelyn
Same era and popularity as Merelyn, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Merelyn?
Merelyn has been given to 324 babies in the U.S. since 1924. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Merelyn peak?
Merelyn peaked in 2007, when 18 babies were given the name.
Is Merelyn a girl or boy name?
Merelyn is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Merelyn are girls).
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