Holding steady.
Popularity of Earle since 1880
Babies named Earle per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Earle's real moment was 1893.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 335 |
| 1890s | 479 |
| 1900s | 430 |
| 1910s | 2,210 |
| 1920s | 2,805 |
| 1930s | 1,627 |
| 1940s | 1,345 |
| 1950s | 1,027 |
| 1960s | 567 |
| 1970s | 328 |
| 1980s | 208 |
| 1990s | 92 |
| 2000s | 41 |
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Earle is a variant spelling of Earl, a name derived from the Old English noble title 'eorl'. It saw its peak usage in the United States in 1893, when it ranked highest in popularity. While the name has since declined in use, it has maintained a stable trajectory over the 20th century. Parents drawn to traditional, surname-style names may appreciate Earle's connection to nobility and its understated, classic feel. The name has never been extremely common, but it has a dignified history rooted in English aristocracy.
Earle is a variant of the title Earl, derived from Old English 'eorl' meaning a nobleman or warrior. It was used as a given name in the 19th century, particularly in the United States, and peaked in the 1890s. The spelling with an 'e' is a common respelling of the more traditional 'Earl'.
Where Earle is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Earl
Sibling names for Earle
Names that share Earle's style, for a brother or sister.
