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Merryn

MAIR-in

ˈmɛrɪn

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Merryn

Name meaning and origin

Origin
Cornish
Meaning
possibly related to sea; a Cornish saint's name
Gender
female

Pronunciation tips

Rhymes with 'herring' without the 'g'. Saint Merryn is venerated in Cornwall.

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