How Many People Are Named Mervyn?
Complete statistics for the name Mervyn: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Mervyn is a very rare male name, with only 532 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 620,232 Americans. This classic name peaked in popularity back in 1937 with 55 births, and it's still going strong, though most people named Mervyn are over 60.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the name Mervyn have a life path number of 7, which traditionally represents introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to the mysteries of life.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 84All 1,586 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1937Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Mervyn Through the Generations
Mervyn has been a steady presence through the generations, but its usage has definitely slowed down since its peak in 1937. With an estimated 532 living individuals in the US, the name has a unique demographic split, with 26 under-30, 205 aged 30-60, and 1,355 over 60. The majority of those named Mervyn are now in their golden years, reflecting a name that's deeply rooted in older generations.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Mervyn's English roots
📄 About the Name Mervyn
How Many People Have the Name Mervyn?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 202 people in the United States currently share the name Mervyn. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,640,838 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Mervyn a Common or Rare Name?
Mervyn is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Mervyn in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Mervyn Most Popular?
The name Mervyn reached peak popularity in 1937, with 55 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Mervyn?
Approximately 202 people named Mervyn live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 202. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,640,838 Americans.
Is Mervyn a rare name?
Mervyn is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,640,838 Americans has this name.
What does the name Mervyn mean?
The meaning and origin of Mervyn are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Mervyn more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Mervyn are male and 0% are female.
When was Mervyn most popular?
Mervyn peaked in 1937 with 55 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.