Merwin

Welsh, variant of Mervyn

"sea hill"

Merwin Origin and Meaning

The name Merwin is a boy's name.

Merwin is a masculine name of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English elements 'mære' meaning 'famous' and 'wine' meaning 'friend,' creating the meaning 'famous friend' or 'renowned friend.' This distinguished name has historical roots as both a surname and given name in English-speaking countries. While never extremely common, Merwin experienced modest usage in the early 20th century before declining in popularity. The name carries literary associations through the celebrated American poet W.S. Merwin. With its distinctive sound and meaningful etymology, Merwin offers a dignified alternative to more common names, appealing to parents seeking a name with traditional roots and an intellectual quality, while remaining uncommon enough to stand out.

Merwin Rank in US Top 1000

# 916 in the US

Famous People Named Merwin

• Merwin Luther Hodel American NFL football player
• Merwin Coad U.S. Congressman from Iowa
• Merwin Mondesir Canadian actor
• Merwin Hancock Silverthorn U.S. Marine Corps general
• Merwin John William Jacobson American baseball player
• William Stanley Merwin American poet