Meaning: Blackbird
The story
Merel is the Dutch word for blackbird used as a feminine name. Its bird meaning is concrete, without needing a generalized promise of freedom or happiness.
Nicknames
- Mer
Spellings & variants
- Merle
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Merel comes from Dutch.
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