Merv
MERV
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
Welsh
Total Births
20
Peak Year
#11 in 1961
First Recorded
1961
Style
Vintage
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
A Welsh name meaning 'great lord' or 'sea chief'. It is also a shortening of Mervyn.
Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Famous Namesakes
Merv Griffin
American singer, songwriter, pianist, and television host.
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