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Merlyn is a Welsh name derived from 'Myrddin', often linked to the legendary wizard Merlin. It is believed to mean 'sea fortress'. The name evolved through historical forms, gaining prominence in the Middle Ages due to Arthurian legends. It embodies traits of wisdom and magic, with no biblical relevance. Today, it carries a mystical image and is associated with notable individuals.

The name Merlyn is most popular in South Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Merlyn has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Merlyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 905th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 629th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1448th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4022nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10422nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13297th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12339th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1999th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1472nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3170th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9044th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8348th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7619th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10456th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Merlyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.