Shining sea
Meryl is a variant of Muriel, which is derived from the Gaelic elements 'muir' meaning sea and 'geal' meaning bright or shining. It became popular in the mid-20th century as a sleeker, more modern alternative to its traditional predecessor.
Less common today
Meryl isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,468 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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