What origin is the name Merlion?

Merlion comes from French naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Merlion?

Names from the same french tradition pair naturally with Merlion — for example Charlotte, Isabelle, Josephine. You can browse more on our french names page.

Merlion

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Merlion

Merlion

Boy

French

2 syllables

Merlion is a French boy's name meaning "Falcon.".

Parents who choose Merlion pick a boy name from the French tradition, meaning "Falcon.". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: French
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Falcon.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Merlion

What does Merlion mean?

Merlion is a boy name of French origin meaning "Falcon.".

How popular is Merlion?

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