Merlin

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
"Sea fortress" or "falcon."
Pronunciation
MUR-lin(English)
Mer-lin.
Popularity
Merlin is not a particularly common name, and its popularity varies greatly depending on the country. In the United States, it is ranked as the 2,969th most popular name for boys, while in France it is much more popular, ranking at 227th.

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Merlin Name meanings & History

Merlin has two possible origins. It could be of Welsh origin meaning "sea fortress," or of French origin meaning "falcon.". "Sea fortress" or "falcon.". Merlin is a name that can be used for boys.

Zodiac Sign of Merlin: Mother Cancer

Synonyms of Merlin:

M: Memorabilia,Mommy,Memory,Maternal,Mother,Manipulative,Mushy

E: Environment,Exaggerate,Enlighten,Enliven,Expressive,Entertain

R: Restless,Reason,Resourceful,Rational

L: Legal,Luscious,Lovely,Languid,Lazy,Lover,Liaison

I: Intimate,Involved,Indulgence

N: Nagging,Neurosis,Nice,Nervous,Nutrition,Nitpicking,Neat

Merlin is:

  • a Class name
  • a Classic name
  • a Formal name
  • a Mature name
  • a Natural name
  • a Refined name
  • a Serious name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Upper name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Famous people with the name Merlin include Merlin Olsen (former American football player and television commentator) and Merlin Hay (12th Earl of Erroll).

2.) MERLIN (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: English cognate of the Welsh Myrrdin, a name derived from the Primitive Celtic elements mer, mori (sea) and dunom (hill, fortress), therefore meaning “sea hill” or “sea fortress.” The name was most famously borne in Arthurian legend by the magician helper and guide of King Arthur. Var: Merlyn. (MER-LIN)


3.) Merlin (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: The name Merlin is derived from the Welsh name Myrddin, which means "sea fortress". In Arthurian legend, Merlin was a wizard and prophet with magical powers, and was often portrayed as the adviser and mentor of King Arthur.


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Description: The name Merlin is derived from the Welsh name Myrddin, which means "sea fortress". In Arthurian legend, Merlin was a wizard and prophet with magical powers, and was often portrayed as the adviser and mentor of King Arthur. Elaboration of Merli. Merlin is used as a first name for boys.

Famous People

Merlin Olsen (former American football player), Merlin Santana (American actor)

4.) Merlin (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: Merlin is derived from the Welsh name Myrddin which means "sea fortress". In Arthurian legend, Merlin was a powerful wizard who served King Arthur.


cartoon of the name Merlin
Cartoon of Merlin

Description: Merlin is derived from the Welsh name Myrddin which means "sea fortress". In Arthurian legend, Merlin was a powerful wizard who served King Arthur. Elaboration of Merli. Merlin is used as a first name for boys.

Famous People

Famous people named Merlin include Merlin Santana, an American actor who appeared on “The Steve Harvey Show,” and Merlin Olsen, an American football player and sportscaster.

5.) Merlin (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: (English) clever

Other Forms: Merl, Merlan, Merle, Merlinn, Merlun, Murlin


6.) MERLIN (Male)

Usage:

Meanings: Derived from the Welsh Myrddin, which is believed to be derived from the Old Celtic Mori-dunon, a compound name composed of the elements mori (sea) and dunom (hill): hence, “sea hill.” Myrddin was an early Celtic mythological hero who later became known as Merlin, a magician and helper of King Arthur in Arthurian legend. (MER-LIN)


7.) MERLIN (Male)

Usage: Welsh

Meanings: Derived from the Welsh Myrddin, which is believed to be derived from the Primitive Celtic elements mer, mori (sea) and dunom (hill, fortress), therefore meaning “sea hill” or “sea fortress.” Myrddin was an early Celtic mythological hero who was later found as a magician and helper of King Arthur in Arthurian legend. Var: Merlyn. (MER-LIN)


8.) Merlin (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: (English) falcon. Literature: the magician who served as counselor in King Arthur’s court.

Other Forms: Merlen, Merlinn, Merlyn, Merlynn


9.) Merlin (Male)

Usage: French

Meanings: (French) a form of Merlin.


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