Merton
BoyOrigin: English
Meaning
“town near a lake or pool”
Cultural Notes
Notable bearer is Thomas Merton the influential Trappist monk and author; also the name of an Oxford college.
Popularity
Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1900s
Community likes: 8
Famous People Named Merton
- Thomas Merton
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