Earl
Earl is an English name derived from the noble title, meaning 'nobleman' or 'warrior.' It originated as an aristocratic rank in Anglo-Saxon England and became a given name in the 19th century.
Current Popularity
#2236 for boys
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce
- •Carries aristocratic connotations
- •Popular in early-to-mid 20th century America
- •May feel vintage or retro to modern parents
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Statistics
289,174
Total births since 1880
1921
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