Merrill: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: m-ehrr-eell
Origin: United States
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Sparkling sea

Merrill is an English surname with ties to Irish and Scottish culture, meaning "sparkling sea" or "sea-bright. Merrill, " It originated as a derivation of the gender-neutral Irish name Muriel, which means "bright sea. Merrill, " The name has also been associated with habitational origins, derived from places named Merry Hill in Old English. Merrill, Over time, the name has evolved in popularity and distribution, with significant increases in the United States and other English-speaking countries. Merrill, The name's, importance lies in its rich cultural heritage and its versatility in both surnames and given names. Merrill, English surname with ties to Irish and Scottish culture, meaning "sparkling sea" or "sea-bright. Merrill, Irish name Muriel, which means "bright sea. Merrill, English-speaking countries. Merrill is a strong and confident name, celebrated for its boldness and resilience, making it ideal for individuals with a dynamic spirit.

Merrill Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Merrill is currently #17509 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Merrill is currently #9985 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Merrill is currently #8497 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Merrill is currently #4796 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

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