Holding steady.
Popularity of Merion since 1915
Babies named Merion per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 | 13 |
| 1920s | 39 | 47 |
| 1930s | 21 | 49 |
| 1940s | 39 | 27 |
| 1950s | 15 | 21 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Merion is a rare, unisex name that saw its most notable use in the early 20th century. According to Social Security data, the name peaked in 1921 and has remained consistently uncommon since, with no recorded births in many recent years. Despite its obscurity, the name carries an antique charm reminiscent of the 1920s, a decade when name fashion embraced softer sounds and place-name inspirations. Its similarity to the Welsh county Merioneth and to the enduring Marion may explain its brief appeal. Today, Merion is virtually unattested, making it an extremely rare choice for parents seeking an uncommon vintage name.
Merion is a rare given name of uncertain derivation. It may be a transferred use of the Welsh place name Merioneth (from the county of Meirionnydd), or an altered form of Marion, itself a medieval diminutive of Mary. Its peak in the 1920s suggests brief fashionable use in the United States, likely as a feminine name, though the exact inspiration remains unclear.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Merry, Ron
Variants: Merioneth, Meryon
Sibling names for Merion
Names that share Merion's style, for a brother or sister.
