Feminine dossier · first seen 1892

Meryl

Stable Decline Gradual decline from 1956
Peak era
1956
Peak births
156
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Boomer
1892Peak 19562025
peak 1956 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020

Quick answers about Meryl

How many people are named Meryl?

An estimated 3,659 living Americans are named Meryl.

How rare is Meryl?

Meryl is very rare among babies today, with 12 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 92.3% from its 1956 peak.

How old is the typical Meryl?

The median age of a living American named Meryl is approximately 59 years, with most bearers falling between 37 and 71 years old.

Is Meryl still popular?

Not especially. Meryl has been declining since its 1956 peak and registered 12 births in 2025.

Peak year
1956
Decline from peak
92.3%
2025
12
All-time
5,167