Merline Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMER-leen / ˈmɜːrliːnEnglish; French
Meaning
English: Little sea; French: Of the sea
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Merline is derived from the English name Merlin, which has roots in Arthurian legend. It is often associated with the legendary wizard Merlin, who was a key figure in the tales of King Arthur. The name has also been influenced by the French word for 'sea', reflecting a connection to nature. Merline is less common than its masculine counterpart but has gained some popularity in modern times.
Trend Summary
The name Merline has seen limited use and remains relatively uncommon in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Merlin
- Merlina
International Variants
- Merlín (Spanish)
- Merline (French)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Merline was first seen in the United States in 1910. Merline has ranked as high as #879 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Louisiana, Florida, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Merline has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Merline (2002)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 19 |
| 1921 | 26 |
| 1922 | 23 |
| 1923 | 25 |
| 1924 | 37 |
| 1925 | 19 |
| 1926 | 29 |
| 1927 | 36 |
| 1928 | 20 |
| 1929 | 16 |
| 1930 | 25 |
| 1931 | 36 |
| 1932 | 26 |
| 1933 | 30 |
| 1934 | 25 |
| 1935 | 26 |
| 1936 | 24 |
| 1937 | 22 |
| 1938 | 28 |
| 1939 | 31 |
| 1940 | 35 |
| 1941 | 26 |
| 1942 | 25 |
| 1943 | 18 |
| 1944 | 17 |
| 1945 | 20 |
| 1946 | 18 |
| 1947 | 21 |
| 1948 | 20 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 18 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 16 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2007 | 8 |