Merlin: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: m-ehrl-een
Origin: Italy
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Of the sea fortress

Merlin is a name rooted in Welsh culture and tradition, meaning 'of the sea fortress. Merlin, 'It is a gender-neutral name that has been associated with a legendary wizard in Arthurian legends. The name Merlin originated from the Welsh name Myrddin, which was Latinized by Geoffrey of Monmouth to avoid associations with the word for excrement. Merlin, Over time, the name has evolved to symbolize magic, and prophecy. Merlin it has been used in various fictional works and has become a cultural icon, influencing film, and media.

Merlin Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Merlin is currently #13899 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Merlin is currently #7907 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Merlin is currently #6753 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Merlin is currently #3791 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

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