Merrillyn
Girl nameMerrillyn has been given to 77 babies in the U.S. since 1930. It peaked in 1938.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
77
Peak year
1938 (10 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1930
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Merrillyn — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Merrillyn.
Sibling name ideas for Merrillyn
Same era and popularity as Merrillyn, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Merrillyn?
Merrillyn has been given to 77 babies in the U.S. since 1930. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Merrillyn peak?
Merrillyn peaked in 1938, when 10 babies were given the name.
Is Merrillyn a girl or boy name?
Merrillyn is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Merrillyn are girls).
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