Boy
Errol
wanderer, nobleman
About Errol
Errol combines classic sophistication with unexpected freshness, creating a name that feels simultaneously timeless and contemporary. The strong opening sound transitions into a smooth conclusion, producing a balanced name that carries both substance and style.
This distinguished choice suggests someone of character and capability—a person who approaches life's challenges with both intelligence and determination.
Errol possesses that rare quality of being immediately recognizable yet uncommonly used, ensuring your son enjoys the benefits of a distinctive name without the drawbacks of something entirely unfamiliar.
The name's concise structure makes it practical for everything from classroom roll calls to professional signatures, while its crisp consonants provide a memorable sound that resonates confidently in introductions.
Popularity of the Name Errol
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 | #909 | |||
| 1937 | #491 | #100 | ||
| 1938 | #428 | #99 | ||
| 1939 | #364 | #71 | ||
| 1940 | #365 | #70 | ||
| 1941 | #354 | #69 | ||
| 1942 | #409 | #73 | ||
| 1943 | #445 | #102 | ||
| 1944 | #499 | #100 | ||
| 1945 | #548 | #96 | ||
| 1946 | #514 | #99 | ||
| 1947 | #548 | #113 | ||
| 1948 | #552 | #108 | ||
| 1949 | #581 | #126 | ||
| 1950 | #583 | #130 | ||
| 1951 | #636 | #138 | ||
| 1952 | #631 | #160 | ||
| 1953 | #693 | #142 | ||
| 1954 | #759 | #152 | ||
| 1955 | #723 | #165 | ||
| 1956 | #715 | #172 | ||
| 1957 | #666 | #150 | ||
| 1958 | #665 | #171 | ||
| 1959 | #629 | #174 | ||
| 1960 | #640 | #173 | ||
| 1961 | #678 | |||
| 1962 | #709 | #183 | ||
| 1963 | #681 | #197 | ||
| 1964 | #651 | #232 | ||
| 1965 | #663 | #213 | ||
| 1966 | #719 | #194 | #275 | |
| 1967 | #661 | #182 | ||
| 1968 | #667 | #173 | ||
| 1969 | #667 | #239 | #256 | |
| 1970 | #704 | #191 | ||
| 1971 | #762 | #242 | ||
| 1972 | #760 | |||
| 1973 | #906 | |||
| 1974 | #790 | #341 | ||
| 1975 | #858 | |||
| 1976 | #791 | #269 | ||
| 1977 | #815 | #276 | ||
| 1978 | #786 | |||
| 1979 | #947 | #352 | ||
| 1980 | #823 | |||
| 1981 | #937 | |||
| 1982 | #868 | |||
| 1983 | #937 | |||
| 1984 | #962 | #289 | ||
| 1985 | #859 | |||
| 1916 | #139 | |||
| 1918 | #122 | |||
| 1920 | #134 | |||
| 1922 | #155 | |||
| 1923 | #137 | |||
| 1924 | #146 | |||
| 1925 | #143 | |||
| 1926 | #122 | |||
| 1927 | #137 | |||
| 1929 | #114 | |||
| 1930 | #130 | |||
| 1931 | #143 | |||
| 1992 | #873 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Errol
Names Similar to Errol
Nicknames for Errol
- Er
- Erro
- Roll
- Rollie
- E.J.
