Meriel
Girl nameMeriel has been given to 376 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It peaked in 1934.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
376
Peak year
1934 (15 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 Meriel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Meriel.
Sibling name ideas for Meriel
Same era and popularity as Meriel, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Meriel?
Meriel has been given to 376 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Meriel peak?
Meriel peaked in 1934, when 15 babies were given the name.
Is Meriel a girl or boy name?
Meriel is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Meriel are girls).
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