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Merlan

MER-lan /mɜrˈlæn/

At a glance

In short
Merlan is an English male name with a sense of mystery and enchantment due to its association with mythology and folklore.
U.S. rank 2025
Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1940 (#3,130)
Babies in 1940
6 (<0.01% of boys)
First recorded
1940 (the only year on record)

Meaning of Merlan

Originating from the English language, the name Merlan is predominantly used as a male name. While not widely popular, it carries a sense of mystery and enchantment due to its association with mythology and folklore. The name Merlan shares similarities with the more familiar name Merlin, which adds to its magical appeal. In terms of popularity, it was given to six newborn boys in the United States in 1940, ranking at number 3129. With its unique sound and mythical connotations, Merlan is an intriguing choice for parents seeking a distinctive and enchanting name for their baby boy.

How to pronounce Merlan

English

Popularity of Merlan in the U.S.

Merlan appears in the records for the U.S. only in 1940, ranked #3,130 with 6 babies.

Bar chart: 6 boys named Merlan in the U.S. in 1940, ranked #3,130 among boy names.
  • Boys named Merlan (left scale)
  • Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale)
In 1940. Source: SSA. Download: PNG · SVG
Year-by-year table, 1940 1 row
Merlan: babies and rank among boy names in the U.S. by year
YearBabiesRankvs previous year
194063,130new