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Merlin meaning

: sea fortress.

Merlin Name Information

Gender 🧑 Boy
Pronunciation 📣 \mur-lin\
Number of People 👶 16,000
Rate in 2021 4392
Numerology 🔢 8
Name origin 🌍 English
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  1. Merlin Name Meaning
  2. Merlin's Name Photo Gallery
  3. Hear the Meaning Merlin
  4. Merlin Name Origin and History
  5. Video Of Name Merlin
  6. Related Names to Merlin
  7. Cool Info About Name Merlin
  8. Merlin On The Popularity Chart
  9. Similar names to Merlin
  10. Name selection poll
  11. Comments
  12. Blog
  13. Merlin FAQs

Merlin Name Meaning

Merlin is a masculine name with a meaning that conjures images of strength and stability. The name translates to 'sea fortress,' symbolizing resilience, protection, and a strong foundation. It's a name that carries an aura of magic and mystery, given its legendary associations.

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Merlin Name Origin and History

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Additional description of the name Merlin

The name Merlin originates from the Welsh name Myrddin. In Arthurian legend, Merlin was a legendary magician and advisor to King Arthur. The name was Latinized to Merlinus in the medieval period due to its association with the Latin word for 'falcon'. The name's meaning, 'sea fortress,' comes from its original Welsh elements: 'mor' meaning sea, and 'din' meaning fortress.

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Cool Info About Name Merlin

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Additional name description Merlin

The name Merlin, while not extremely common, carries a high degree of recognition due to the legendary wizard. In the world of entertainment, the British television series "Merlin" helped bring the name back into the spotlight. Merlin's high recognition factor and its associations with wisdom, magic, and leadership make it an intriguing choice for parents. The name Merlin suggests a personality that is wise, enigmatic, and strong, traits many parents may wish to bestow upon their child.

 
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*️⃣ What is the origin of the name Merlin?
The origin of the name Merlin is English.
*️⃣ What is meaning of name Merlin?
sea fortress.
*️⃣ How many people are named Merlin?
Almost 16000 people are named Merlin.
*️⃣ Which names are related to the name Merlin?
The names of Millie, Milly, Mildred, Melicent, Missy

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