Errol
- Pronunciation
- [Eh-rol]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Earl: Nobleman.
- Origin
- Scottish
Errol Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 8,613 baby boys have been named Errol. The name peaked in 1941 with 272 US births that year (rank #354). In 2024, ranked #5971 nationally — 5,617 places below its 1941 peak.
Top States for Errol
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Errol births are: New York (1,097), Louisiana (904), California (651).
Other Scottish-Origin Names Like Errol
If you like Errol's Scottish origin, consider these related names: Abhainn, Abhainn, Aibne, Acair, Acaiseid, Achaius. Browse all Scottish names →
5-Letter Names Starting with E
Names with Errol's exact length and starting letter: Eadda, Eadig, Eagan, Eagon, Ealga.
Quick Facts About Errol
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollo | Renowned In The Land. Roland Was A Legendary Hero Who Served Charlemagne. | Male | French |
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Compare Errol to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Errol against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).