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Meril

MEH-ril

Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

Welsh

Total Births

150

Peak Year

#13 in 1924

First Recorded

1912

Style

Vintage

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

This name can be a diminutive of 'Meredith,' a Welsh name meaning 'great ocean' or 'sea lord.' It can also be a variant of 'Meryl.'

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Numerology

9

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Famous Namesakes

  • Meryl Streep

    Acclaimed American actress, winner of multiple Academy Awards.

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Personality Traits

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