Merilyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Merilyn is an English name that combines the elements of 'Mary' and 'Lynn', meaning 'sea' or 'lake'. It has evolved from its Hebrew and Welsh roots into a modern name that became popular in the mid-20th century. The name is often associated with traits of femininity and charm, and it has a notable connection to Merilyn Monroe, a famous cultural icon.
The name Merilyn is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Merilyn has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Merilyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2152nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 978th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1855th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7577th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11006th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9725th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15733rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Merilyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Merilyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛrɪlɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Merilyn is a modern combination of the names 'Mary' and 'Lynn', where 'Mary' has roots in Hebrew and 'Lynn' is derived from a Welsh word meaning 'lake'.
Meaning
sea, lake
Language Evolution
Mary (Hebrew: Miriam), Lynn (Welsh), Merilyn (20th century)
Historical Usage
Merilyn gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of names combining 'Mary' and 'Lynn'.
Variants & Derivatives
Mary, Marilyn, Meryl
Modern Popularity & Image
Merilyn is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with femininity and charm.
Famous People
Merilyn Monroe (an iconic American actress and model)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Merilyn"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Merilyn"
"Merilyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2152nd of 9107 | 287 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 978th of 9204 | 1,021 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1855th of 12526 | 631 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7577th of 19264 | 84 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11006th of 27321 | 80 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9725th of 35406 | 165 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15733rd of 30306 | 49 |
Regional Popularity of "Merilyn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Merilyn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
95.50% 1317th/1379 |
- |
61.12% 698th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
63.45% 981st/1546 |
64.52% 1004th/1556 |
86.40% 2033rd/2353 |
47.25% 731st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
81.69% 1985th/2430 |
71.57% 2042nd/2853 |
73.41% 2037th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
94.43% 7047th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Merilyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Merilyn" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.