Declining since 1996, #6,143 for boys today.
Popularity of Eron since 1894
Babies named Eron per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1890s | 5 | 0 |
| 1900s | 5 | 0 |
| 1910s | 25 | 0 |
| 1920s | 23 | 10 |
| 1930s | 0 | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 | 7 |
| 1950s | 0 | 10 |
| 1960s | 6 | 90 |
| 1970s | 69 | 273 |
| 1980s | 42 | 235 |
| 1990s | 12 | 251 |
| 2000s | 5 | 238 |
| 2010s | 0 | 179 |
| 2020s | 0 | 103 |
Meaning & origin
Eron is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1920. It reached its peak popularity in 1981 but has been on a downward trajectory since 1996. As of 2025, it ranks 6,143rd nationally, with an estimated 1 in 122,005 boys receiving the name that year. The name has been most common in Texas. Its origins are uncertain, possibly a creative respelling of Aaron or Erin, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name.
Eron is likely a modern invented name, possibly a variant of Aaron or Erin, or a creative spelling of 'eron' as a syllable. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1920 and saw modest use, peaking in 1981. Its usage has been declining since the mid-1990s.
Where Eron is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ron
Sibling names for Eron
Names that share Eron's style, for a brother or sister.
