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Boy’s name · US records 1885–2024

Merlin

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Merlin appeared in the US boy naming records from 1885 through 2024, reaching its highest point in 1927. It is a 2-syllable boy name ranked #792 by total recorded use. Common spelling relatives include Merlyn.

#792boy rank
1927peak year
2syllables

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