Merrilie
Girl nameMerrilie has been given to 22 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It peaked in 1942.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
22
Peak year
1942 (12 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 Merrilie — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Merrilie.
Sibling name ideas for Merrilie
Same era and popularity as Merrilie, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Merrilie?
Merrilie has been given to 22 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Merrilie peak?
Merrilie peaked in 1942, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Merrilie a girl or boy name?
Merrilie is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Merrilie are girls).
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