Origin, Meaning, And History Of Meryle
Meryle is a feminine name of British origin with various meanings, according to different scholars. The most commonly accepted meaning of the name is ‘shining sea,’ derived from the British name Meryl, believed to be a combination of the names Mary and Louise.
Another theory suggests that Meryle is a variation of the name Meriel, which comes from the Welsh term Muriel meaning ‘blackbird.’ Muriel has Gaelic roots and was originally spelled Muirgheal, combining muir, which means ‘sea,’ and gheal, which means ‘bright’ in the Irish language and culture. Therefore, the name Meriel means ‘bright sea.’ In Arabic, the name Meryl is spelled the same way as in English but means ‘myrrh.’
Another key alternative to Meryle is Merle. It is a common variation and is a unisex name of French origin. The name has been used as a personal name for boys and girls since the late 19th century. Merle is thought to stem from the Old French word ‘merle.’ It also means ‘blackbird.’
The blackbird is a thrush-like bird distinguished by its small size and black plumage. It also sings melodiously. Initially, the name seems to have been given to boys regarding the bird’s melodic song. Over time, it may have also been used as a girl’s name.
The name Merle has been taken by several noteworthy individuals throughout history. The famous Merles was Merle Oberon, the English actress who appeared in many Hollywood films in the 1930s and 1940s.
In popular culture, Hannah Gill plays the role of Meryl Burbank inThe Truman Show. The 2001 novel by Gail Carson Levine,The Two Princesses of Bamarre, also features Princess Meryl. Apart from that, the award-winning novel,The Wednesday Warsalso has a reference to the name in the form of the fierce and smart Meryl Lee Kowalski.
Meryle
How To Pronounce Meryle?
Famous People With The Name Meryle
- 玛丽露易丝梅丽尔·斯特里普American actress, known for winning 3 Academy Awards and 8 Golden Globe awards
- Meryl Elizabeth DavisAmerican competitive ice skater, known for being the 2014 Olympic champion
- Meryl Danielle CassieNew Zealand singer and actress, known for her work in the sci-fi series The Tribe
- Meryl Jan GetlineAmerican pilot and author, known for her work on publications like the Christian Science Monitor
- Merle DandridgeAmerican actress and singer, known for performing in musicals such as Jesus Christ Superstar
Names With Similar Sound
If the phonetic quality of Meryle appeals to you, check out the following options. You may use them for your other child.
Popular Sibling Names For Meryle
Other Popular Names Beginning With M
Names With Similar Meaning
There are many names that mean the same as Meryle. Here is a list you can check if you want to explore more such names.
Infographic: Know The Name’s Personality As Per Numerology
Illustration: Momjunction Design Team
Get high-quality PDF version by clicking below.
Download Infographic
How To Communicate The Name In Other Languages
In Nautical Flags
meryle
In Sign Language
meryle
In Braille Alphabet
meryle
In Morse Code
meryle
Name Numerology For Meryle
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Meryle?
The name Meryle means black bird in old french, combination of mary and louise, and a variant of the name merle.
2. What is the origin of the name Meryle?
Meryle has a French origin.
