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Merle
UnisexMeaning of Merle: French: 'blackbird'
Merle is a unisex name most strongly associated with French naming. It has 5 letters and 2 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 3083rd most popular name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#3083
38 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
45,389
First recorded 1880 · peak 1921
Trend
rising
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
68% boys · 32% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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