Merlin: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A sea fortress wizard of ancient legend.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #2465
- Peak
- #288 in 1927
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Merlin Means
Merlin is a boy name of English origin. A sea fortress wizard of ancient legend.
How Popular Merlin Is
Merlin currently ranks #2465 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #288 in 1927. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Merlin
- Merlin peaked at #288 in the U.S. in 1927.
- Merlin is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It draws from ancient mythology and legend.
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Questions About Merlin
What does Merlin mean?
Merlin is a boy name of English origin. A sea fortress wizard of ancient legend.
How popular is Merlin?
Merlin currently ranks #2465 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #288 in 1927. It has held steady.
Where does Merlin come from?
Merlin comes from English roots. Merlin peaked at #288 in the U.S. in 1927.
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