Merrin
Girl nameMerrin has been given to 264 babies in the U.S. since 1981. It peaked in 2020. In 2025, about 1 in 123,636 girls was named Merrin.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
264
Peak year
2020 (15 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1981
10-year trend
▼ -7%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Merrin — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Merrin.
Sibling name ideas for Merrin
Same era and popularity as Merrin, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Merrin?
Merrin has been given to 264 babies in the U.S. since 1981. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Merrin peak?
Merrin peaked in 2020, when 15 babies were given the name.
Is Merrin a girl or boy name?
Merrin is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Merrin are girls).
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