Merel name meaning

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Updated: March 18th, 2024
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old French and Celtic
Usage: Dutch
Pronunciation: m(e)-rel
Meaning: Blackbird
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What does Merel mean?

Of Celtic and Old French origin, Customary Merel is used in Dutch used as a gender-neutral name, Merel means "Blackbird". Merel is variation of admired and perpetual Merrill. Merrill is form of Merle in English language.

Merrill's meaning is Shining Sea and Sea Bright is rooted from Celtic and English is used notably in English and English.

How do I pronounce Merel?

Two syllabled Merel is pronounced as m(e)-rel.

Variants of Merel

Merrill, Merle, Maryla, Maria

How popular is the name Merel?

Merel used to be a common name in Netherlands, first appeared in 2015 and over 799 babies have been given the name in 5 years. At the peak of its usage in 2019,.

However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 5 years but it is still going strong. Also, In Belgium, Merel was once a common name since emerging in 1995 it has been given to over 2252 babies.

At the peak of its usage in 2005,. However after 24 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts.

Merel is an uncommon baby name in United States, where it last appeared in 1971 after 34 years of use since 1913.

Over 240 babies in United States have been named Merel. The moniker is a rare baby name in England and Wales where it may not be used now. Also, Merel is a familiar name in Philippines.

As per our findings, over 10000 people has been named Merel globally.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
197143746
19553199747427
195337985
194930197
194836675
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Facts

Merel in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands07108611208

Numerological aspects of Merel

Self-doubt won't help you realize your goals. Self-confidence and self-reliance will. You don't have to struggle to get the things you want because you are born under a lucky star. You always thrive to accomplish the greatest things, be the best at what you do, and impress yourself instead of impression others. Meditation is your thing. Taking into consideration your communication skills and charisma, you won't have a problem to attract attention and spread awareness. Harmony and balance matter to you.

Go through the following names similar to Merel

  •  Kermit - Kermit's meaning is Without Envy, Son of Diarmad or Free Man is used chiefly in Marathi, English and Hindi that originated from Celtic is bestowed upon both sexes
  •  Thanasis - Timeless and Well-Liked Thanasis is used majorly in Greek is a baby boy name is of Celtic and Old Greek origin. Thanasis is form of Arthur in Greek language
  •  Kellan - Famed Kellan came from Celtic, Old Irish and Gaelic is used in English, meaning of Kellan is "Narrow or Slender" is used as a gender-neutral name
  •  Avon - Used substantially in English unfading and admired, Avon means "River". It is rooted from Celtic is aimed at both boys and girls
  •  Riana - Odd Rianas origin is Celtic, Hebrew and Welsh is used as a girl name and is chiefly used in Danish, Hindi and Bengali, meaning of Riana is "From Adria or Rich or from Hadria"

Middle names for Merel

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Famous people named Merel

  • Merel Mooren, Dutch professional beach volleyball and indoor volleyball player
  • Merel Poloway in Baby It's You as Actress
  • Merelina Kendall in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves as Actress
  • Merel Westrik in movie Amsterdam Wildlife as Director

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