Merlynn
Girl nameMerlynn has been given to 56 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It peaked in 1948.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
56
Peak year
1948 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1939
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Merlynn — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Merlynn.
Sibling name ideas for Merlynn
Same era and popularity as Merlynn, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Merlynn?
Merlynn has been given to 56 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Merlynn peak?
Merlynn peaked in 1948, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Merlynn a girl or boy name?
Merlynn is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Merlynn are girls).
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