Merly
Girl nameMerly has been given to 242 babies in the U.S. since 1986. It peaked in 2012.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
242
Peak year
2012 (14 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1986
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Merly — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Merly.
Sibling name ideas for Merly
Same era and popularity as Merly, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Merly?
Merly has been given to 242 babies in the U.S. since 1986. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Merly peak?
Merly peaked in 2012, when 14 babies were given the name.
Is Merly a girl or boy name?
Merly is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Merly are girls).
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