Elroy
- Pronunciation
- [E-lroy]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Red-Haired Youth.
- Origin
- Irish
Elroy Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 7,454 baby boys have been named Elroy. The name peaked in 1922 with 192 US births that year (rank #438). In 2024, ranked #4216 nationally — 3,778 places below its 1922 peak.
Top States for Elroy
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Elroy births are: Wisconsin (869), Texas (751), Minnesota (446).
Other Irish-Origin Names Like Elroy
If you like Elroy's Irish origin, consider these related names: Abban, Abiageal, Abracham, Adare, Addergoole. Browse all Irish names →
5-Letter Names Starting with E
Names with Elroy's exact length and starting letter: Eadda, Eadig, Eagan, Eagon, Ealga.
Quick Facts About Elroy
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roy | Regal | Male | French |
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Compare Elroy to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Elroy against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).