Origin: French
Meaning: “blackbird”
Variations, Nicknames and Sound Alikes:
Merl, Meryl, Merrel, Merell, Meril, Merill
Merle TV and Movie Quotes:
“If I had killed Merl, would I have brought doughnuts?”
Angel: That Old Gang of Mine (2001)
“Either use this picture and let the world know that
you’re an artist, or use this one and let the world
know that your grandma is Merle Haggard.”
Just Shoot Me!: Educating Finch (2002)
Famous people named Merle or its variations



1. Merle Ronald Haggard (b. 1937), American country music singer,
songwriter, musician
2. Merle Kilgore (1934-2005), American singer, songwriter
born Wyatt Merle Kilgore
3. Merle Robert Travis (1917-83), American country and western
singer, songwriter, musician
Personalized Merle Tees and Gifts
Merle Middle Names
Merle Daniel
Merle Everett
Merle Frederic
Merle Leroy
Merle Riley
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