Meril
Boy nameMeril has been given to 150 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It peaked in 1924.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
150
Peak year
1924 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1912
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
13% girls / 87% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Meril — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Meril.
Sibling name ideas for Meril
Same era and popularity as Meril, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Meril?
Meril has been given to 150 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Meril peak?
Meril peaked in 1924, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Meril a girl or boy name?
Meril is primarily a boy name (87% of babies named Meril are boys).
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