Myrl
UnisexMyrl has been given to 3,092 babies in the U.S. since 1887. It peaked in 1916.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
3,092
Peak year
1916 (128 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1887
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
59% girls / 41% boys
Rank through the decades
Myrl's rank among U.S. girl names at 25-year milestones.
| Year | Girls rank |
|---|---|
| 1900 | #740 |
— means outside the top 1000 that year.
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Myrl — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Myrl.
FAQ
How popular is the name Myrl?
Myrl has been given to 3,092 babies in the U.S. since 1887. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Myrl peak?
Myrl peaked in 1916, when 128 babies were given the name.
Is Myrl a girl or boy name?
Myrl is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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