Merilynn
Girl nameMerilynn has been given to 80 babies in the U.S. since 1922. It peaked in 1958.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
80
Peak year
1958 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1922
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Merilynn — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Merilynn.
Sibling name ideas for Merilynn
Same era and popularity as Merilynn, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Merilynn?
Merilynn has been given to 80 babies in the U.S. since 1922. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Merilynn peak?
Merilynn peaked in 1958, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Merilynn a girl or boy name?
Merilynn is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Merilynn are girls).
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