Meaning, origin, history
The name Muriel is of French origin and means "marvelous." It is derived from the Latin word "mirabilis," which means wonderful or marvelous. The name Muriel was popularized by French writers during the Middle Ages, appearing in several literary works such as the 12th-century poem "Romance of Merlin" by Robert de Boron.
Muriel gained further popularity during the Victorian era when it became a fashionable name for girls among English-speaking countries. Today, Muriel is still used as a given name but has become less common than it was in the past. Despite its decreasing popularity, Muriel remains a unique and elegant name with a rich historical background.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Muril since 1880
Total births
15
Total since 1880
Peak year
1915
5 births
in 1924
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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