Merwyn
Merwyn is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Marrow-famous, sea-friend, or eminent marrow.
Origin and history
Merwyn is an Anglicized variant of the traditional Welsh name Merfyn. Historically associated with medieval Welsh kings, the name combines elements referring to marrow or sea and marrow/eminent. It is a rare vintage choice in the United States, having registered under 800 total male births since 1880.
Popularity in the United States
786 babies in the United States have been named Merwyn since 1880. It ranks #3890 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- IL (43.5 %)
- IA (23.9 %)
- PA (10.9 %)
- WA (10.9 %)
- WI (10.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 93 |
| 1920-1930 | 183 |
| 1930-1940 | 288 |
| 1940-1950 | 144 |
| 1950-1960 | 54 |
| 1960-1970 | 18 |
| 1970-1980 | 6 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Merv, Win
Fun facts
- Merwyn derives from Merfyn, the name of several famous early medieval kings of Wales, including Merfyn Frych.
- Fewer than 800 boys in the United States have been named Merwyn since official record-keeping began in 1880.