Errol
Errol is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Wanderer, nobleman, or land of Errol.
Origin and history
Errol is a masculine given name of Scottish origin, derived from a place name and nobility title associated with the lands of Errol in Perthshire. It gained international prominence in the mid-20th century primarily due to legendary actor Errol Flynn. In the United States, it remains a distinctive choice with steady, low-volume usage over the decades.
Popularity in the United States
8,631 babies in the United States have been named Errol since 1880. It ranks #1301 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1836.
States where it is most popular
- NY (23.2 %)
- LA (19.1 %)
- CA (13.9 %)
- FL (8.2 %)
- IL (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 11 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 109 |
| 1920-1930 | 196 |
| 1930-1940 | 691 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,797 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,197 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,293 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,064 |
| 1980-1990 | 901 |
| 1990-2000 | 648 |
| 2000-2010 | 358 |
| 2010-2019 | 275 |
| 2020-2029 | 91 |
Famous people named Errol
- Errol Flynn: Actor
- Errol Morris: Filmmaker, Director
- Errol Spence Jr.: Boxer
Fun facts
- The name is tied to the Earl of Erroll, a hereditary title in the Peerage of Scotland created in 1452.
- Australian-American actor Errol Flynn popularized the name worldwide during the Golden Age of Hollywood.