Merian
Girl nameMerian has been given to 204 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It peaked in 1949.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
204
Peak year
1949 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1916
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Merian — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Merian.
Sibling name ideas for Merian
Same era and popularity as Merian, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Merian?
Merian has been given to 204 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Merian peak?
Merian peaked in 1949, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Merian a girl or boy name?
Merian is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Merian are girls).
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