Of the sea; pearl of the sea
Merrin is a Cornish name likely derived from Saint Merryn, a 6th-century figure. It is often associated with the Latin 'marinus' meaning 'of the sea' or as a variation of the Welsh Meryn. It offers a fresh, coastal alternative to more common names like Megan or Marin.
Less common today
Merrin isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,351 in 2020.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actress known for her roles in Alias and Big Little Lies
The protagonist's deceased girlfriend and central mystery figure · Horns (novel and film)
