Erle
Erle is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Nobleman, warrior, or prince.
Origin and history
Erle is a variant spelling of Earl, derived from the Old English title of nobility 'eorl'. It was traditionally used as a given name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States. Today, it is an extremely rare name with historical, archaic charm.
Popularity in the United States
855 babies in the United States have been named Erle since 1880. It ranks #3822 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- MN (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 10 |
| 1890-1900 | 18 |
| 1900-1910 | 7 |
| 1910-1920 | 153 |
| 1920-1930 | 186 |
| 1930-1940 | 128 |
| 1940-1950 | 123 |
| 1950-1960 | 120 |
| 1960-1970 | 81 |
| 1970-1980 | 24 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Erle
- Erle Stanley Gardner: Author, Lawyer
Fun facts
- Erle Stanley Gardner was a famous American author best known for creating the Perry Mason detective series.
- The name derives from the Old English 'eorl', which originally referred to a chieftain, nobleman, or warrior.