Merle

Boy's name

Merle is a French name derived from the Old French word "merle," meaning "blackbird."

Meaning Bright sea
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 22 Rising
Peak year 1925

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Merle Haggard - Country music singer-songwriter
  • Merle Travis - Country and Western singer-songwriter
  • Merle Oberon - Actress in classic Hollywood films
  • Merle Kilgore - Country music singer-songwriter and manager
  • Merle Dixon - Fictional character in "The Walking Dead" TV series

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