Merryn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMER-in / /ˈmɛr.ɪn/Welsh; English
Meaning
sea; joyful
Historical & Cultural Background
In Welsh, Merryn is derived from 'Meri' meaning 'sea', often associated with the beauty and mystery of the ocean. In English contexts, it is sometimes linked to the name 'Merryn' as a variant of 'Merryn', which conveys a sense of joy and happiness. The name has been used in various literary and cultural references, reflecting themes of nature and emotion.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Meryn
- Merin
International Variants
- Meryn (English)
- Meryn (Welsh)
Famous people named Merryn
Merryn Somerset Webb — financial journalist.
Merryn O'Keefe — artist.
Fictional characters named Merryn
Merryn — The Last Unicorn.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Merryn was first seen in the United States in 2003. Merryn has ranked as high as #1326 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Merryn has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Merryn
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 15 |