MallowbyNames

Earmon

AIR-mon · Possibly a variant of Irvin or Erman, of uncertain origin.

Peak popularity
1913
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Earmon since 1913

Babies named Earmon per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1931, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Earmon's real moment was 1913.

3710192019602000Most births 1931Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1910s22
1920s37
1930s46
1940s22
1950s11
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Earmon is a remarkably rare masculine name, first recorded in the U.S. in 1913 with fewer than 5 births that year. It has never appeared in the top 1000 and remains nearly unused today, with a stable trajectory. Its peak and only notable year of usage was 1913, the same year it first appeared. No states reported a significant number of births, reflecting its extreme scarcity. Earmon likely originates as a variant of Irvin or Erman, both names with Old English and German roots. Parents seeking a truly distinctive name with a vintage sound may find Earmon an intriguing choice, albeit one with no established popularity or clear meaning.

Earmon is a rare given name, likely a variant of names such as Irvin or Erman. Irvin derives from the Old English elements 'eofor' meaning 'boar' and 'wine' meaning 'friend', while Erman is a German name meaning 'whole, universal'. The usage of Earmon has been sporadic and limited, with its peak occurrence in 1913.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Erman, Irvin

Sibling names for Earmon

Names that share Earmon's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Mae, Ethel, Hazel, Ivy, Pearl

Brothers: Earl, Elmer, Otis, Roy, Willard

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Earmon mean?
The meaning of Earmon is uncertain, but it is thought to be a variant of Irvin or Erman.
How popular is the name Earmon?
Earmon is extremely rare and has not ranked in the top 1000 names in recent years. Its highest recorded usage was in 1913, when it was given to 5 babies.
Is Earmon a boy's name or a girl's name?
Earmon is typically used as a boy's name.