Merelyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMER-uh-lin / ˈmɛr.ə.lɪnEnglish; Latin
Meaning
English: combination of 'Mary' and 'lyn'; Latin: 'sea' or 'ocean'
Historical & Cultural Background
Merelyn is a modern name that combines elements from traditional names such as Mary and the suffix '-lyn'. It reflects a trend in the late 20th century towards creating unique names by blending existing ones. The name has gained some popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Merelyn has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Merilyn
- Merylyn
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Merelyn was first seen in the United States in 1924. Merelyn has ranked as high as #1370 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Merelyn has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Merelyn (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 8 |