Errol
Fact sheet
- Name
- Errol
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Errol has its roots in Anglo-Saxon and originally derives from a surname linked to a geographical designation, the origin of which remains unclear.
What does the name Errol mean?
Errol is regarded as a masculine name rooted in Anglo-Saxon, tracing back to a surname. Later, it was also interpreted as a variant of the English name Earl. Thus, the name translates to 'the noble' or 'the nobleman'. Its origin lies in the Old English word eorl, which means 'nobleman' and 'free man'. An alternative spelling is Erroll. This name became known through the American jazz pianist Erroll Garner.
Where does the name Errol come from?
The name Errol is a masculine first name of Old English origin, meaning 'the noble'. The etymology is based on the Old English composition eorl, which translates to 'nobleman' or 'free man'. Errol can be found in various languages such as Anglo-Norman, English, and Scottish.
How do you pronounce Errol?
The pronunciation of Errol is two syllables and has a rhythmic balance. The name is pronounced as 'Er-rol' [ˈɛrɔl], with the emphasis typically on the first syllable. The double 'r' enhances the rolling and sonorous quality. The dark 'o' and the final 'l' give the name a certain depth. Overall, Errol sounds striking yet gentle - cinematic, present, and with a slight British accent.
Popularity
In Germany, Errol is among the less common first names. In 2015, it ranked 3,972nd on the list of the most popular male baby names. Its best placement was in 2014, at 3,829th. Over the last ten years, Errol has been given as a first name fewer than ten times, placing it at 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 7,742nd.
Famous people
- Errol (owl of the Weasleys from the Harry Potter series)
- Errol Brown (Jamaican singer)
- Errol Étienne (artist)
- Errol Flynn (actor)
- Errol Francis (photographer)
- Errol Fuller (British author)
- Errol John (actor)
- Errol Kerr (freestyle skier from the USA)
- Errol Le Cain (English animator)
- Errol Morris (film director)
- Errol Parker (jazz musician and composer from the USA)
- Errol Sadler (film producer)
- Errol Sitahal (actor)
- Errol Taggart (film director)
- Errol Trzebinski (British writer)
- Errol Vieth (Australian author)
Frequently asked questions about the name Errol
Where does the name Errol come from?
The name Errol has Old English roots and is found in various languages such as Anglo-Norman, English, and Scottish.
What does the name Errol mean?
Errol means 'the noble' or 'the nobleman' and is derived from the Old English word 'eorl', which means 'nobleman' or 'free man'.
How popular is the name Errol?
Errol is not among the most common names, but it enjoys some recognition due to its musical association with jazz pianist Erroll Garner.