Holding steady.
Popularity of Merland since 1915
Babies named Merland per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 27 |
| 1920s | 59 |
| 1930s | 21 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Merland is a rare American given name first recorded in 1915. Its highest popularity occurred in 1920, the peak year when it saw its most births, though still at a very low level. Since the 1920s, usage has been stable but minimal, with fewer than five annual births in recent decades, including 2025. The name never appeared on the national top 1000 list, reflecting its extreme rarity. Merland appears to be a modern coinage, possibly derived from elements of other names like Merlin or Meredith combined with 'land', but without a known definitive origin or meaning. Its obscurity means it has no famous bearers or established variants, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a truly uncommon name.
Merland is a rare American given name first recorded in 1915. Its etymology is unclear; it may be a combination of 'Mer' (from names like Merlin or Meredith) and 'land', or an invented name with no specific meaning. It saw modest use in the early 20th century, peaking in 1920, but has since become very uncommon.
Sibling names for Merland
Names that share Merland's style, for a brother or sister.
