Merlin

Boy's name

Merlin is of Welsh origin, derived from the Old Welsh name Myrddin, possibly meaning "sea fortress" or "hill fort."

Meaning Sea fortress
Origin Welsh
U.S. births in 2023 72 Rising
Peak year 1927

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Merlin Olsen - Football player, actor
  • Merlin Santana - Actor in "The Steve Harvey Show"
  • Merlin Griffiths - Bartender on "First Dates"
  • Merlin Mann - Writer, podcaster
  • Merlin Miller - Film director, producer
  • Merlin Stone - Author, feminist, art historian
  • Merlin Jay Olsen - American football player, broadcaster
  • Merlin Hay, 24th Earl of Erroll - British peer
  • Merlin Holland - Grandson of Oscar Wilde
  • Merlin E. Stone - American politician

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