Merrilyn
MER-ri-lin
Letters
8
Syllables
3
Origin
English
Total Births
751
Peak Year
#40 in 1944
First Recorded
1923
Style
Vintage, Soft & Gentle
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
A variant spelling of Marilyn, which is often seen as a combination of Mary (Hebrew for 'bitter' or 'beloved') and Lynn (English for 'lake').
Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Marilyn Monroe
Iconic American actress, model, and singer.
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