Meryl

Girl

Meryl is a girl's name of Welsh origin meaning "Possibly from Welsh mor meaning sea, or a variant of Muriel.". It is pronounced MEHR-ul. Today it is a popular name (popularity 77/100).

Welsh origin · /MEHR-ul/ · classic

Meaning: Possibly from Welsh mor meaning sea, or a variant of Muriel.

Popularity 77/1002 syllablesPeaked 1956→ Stable

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Frequently asked questions about Meryl

What does Meryl mean?

Meryl means "Possibly from Welsh mor meaning sea, or a variant of Muriel.". It is of Welsh origin.

Is Meryl a boy or girl name?

Meryl is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Meryl?

Meryl is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 77/100. It was most popular in the 1950s.

How is Meryl pronounced?

Meryl is pronounced MEHR-ul.

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