Family History and Genealogy Resources by Surname
Merle Surname Origin
(Origin French) A blackbird. Merel, local, a town in Savoy.
Source: An Etymological Dictionary of Family and Christian Names With an Essay on their Derivation and Import; Arthur, William, M.A.; New York, NY: Sheldon, Blake, Bleeker & CO., 1857.
Merle Surname Meaning and Family Facts
Merle Last Name Meaning
Search the FREE Ancestry.com Name Dictionary.
There is more to Merle family history than the origin of your surname:
Start your Genealogy to find your personal Merle family ancestry. It's easy to get started. Just begin your family tree with what you already know. Learn More.
A Merle Family History Thought:
Misers are hard to live with but they make great ancestors.