Merrell
Merrell is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Bright sea, pleasant hill, or famous.
Origin and history
Merrell is an English surname-turned-first-name derived from the medieval given name Muriel, or from place names meaning 'pleasant hill' or 'shining sea'. Historically used in the United States as a masculine name in the early-to-mid 20th century, it has become exceedingly rare in recent decades. Today, it is recognized primarily as a vintage, classic surname choice.
Popularity in the United States
1,164 babies in the United States have been named Merrell since 1880. It ranks #3530 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- GA (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 134 |
| 1920-1930 | 220 |
| 1930-1940 | 162 |
| 1940-1950 | 196 |
| 1950-1960 | 150 |
| 1960-1970 | 81 |
| 1970-1980 | 94 |
| 1980-1990 | 51 |
| 1990-2000 | 42 |
| 2000-2010 | 15 |
| 2010-2019 | 19 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Merrell developed both as a patronymic surname from Muriel and a habitational name from places in England.
- The name had its peak usage in the United States during the early 20th century before declining sharply.