Meryl Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMER-uhl / /ˈmɛr.əl/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: of the sea; Hebrew: bitter
Historical & Cultural Background
Meryl is often considered a diminutive of the name Meryl, which has roots in English and Hebrew. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly due to the influence of notable figures. It is primarily recognized as a feminine name but has been used for boys as well. The name's association with the sea and bitterness reflects diverse cultural interpretations.
Trend Summary
Meryl has seen limited popularity as a boy's name in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Merle
International Variants
- Mireille (French)
- Mirela (Romanian)
Famous people named Meryl
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Meryl was first seen in the United States in 1912. Meryl has ranked as high as #866 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Illinois, and Kansas. In the past 5 years the name Meryl has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Meryl (1921)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 18 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 17 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 12 |
| 1931 | 16 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 13 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |