Merilynn
MER-ih-lin
Merilynn is a girl’s name of Welsh origin, meaning “A compound name combining Merry, meaning 'joyful', and Lynn, a Welsh name meaning 'lake'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1958.
What Merilynn Means
“A compound name combining Merry, meaning 'joyful', and Lynn, a Welsh name meaning 'lake'.”
The Story of Merilynn
Imagine a name born from the joyful lilt of Welsh folk songs and the quiet shimmer of hidden lakes.
Merilynn is a charming combination, blending the Welsh 'Mererid' which evolved into 'Merry' meaning joyful, with 'Llyn' a classic Welsh word for lake. It first appeared in records in the early 20th century, gaining notice mid-century.
When you think of Merilynn, you picture a daughter who approaches life with an infectious optimism. You see a child whose laughter bubbles forth like water from a clear spring, bringing a sense of lightheartedness wherever she goes.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#9 in 1958
Total Births
80
First Recorded
1922
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