Eran
Eran is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Watcher, vigilant, or awake.
Origin and history
Eran is a masculine name of Biblical Hebrew origin meaning watcher or vigilant. It appears in the Old Testament as a grandson of Ephraim. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice for parents.
Popularity in the United States
616 babies in the United States have been named Eran since 1880. It ranks #4060 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1904.
States where it is most popular
- CA (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 31 |
| 1970-1980 | 140 |
| 1980-1990 | 151 |
| 1990-2000 | 117 |
| 2000-2010 | 84 |
| 2010-2019 | 70 |
| 2020-2029 | 23 |
Famous people named Eran
- Eran Riklis: Film director, Producer
- Eran Zahavi: Athlete, Football player
Fun facts
- In the Old Testament, Eran is listed as the son of Shuthelah and a member of the tribe of Ephraim.
- It remains a recognized modern masculine given name in Israel.