Eroz
A masculine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "love, passion, or cupid".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Eroz. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Eroz today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Eroz births was 2011 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Eroz. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Eroz. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2011
6 babies that year
Average age
15
years old
2011 SSA rank
#11,263
Tracked since 2011
Popularity
Eroz: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Eroz by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Eroz during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Eroz
The given name Eroz has its roots in the ancient Sanskrit language, originating in the Indian subcontinent during the Vedic period, which spanned from around 1500 BCE to 500 BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "rosha," meaning "anger" or "wrath." The name may have been bestowed upon individuals who were known for their fierce nature or warrior-like qualities.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Eroz can be found in the Mahabharata, a renowned Sanskrit epic dating back to around the 8th century BCE. In this epic, Eroz is mentioned as a warrior prince who fought valiantly in the great battle of Kurukshetra.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Eroz. One such figure was Eroz the Wise (c. 720 CE - 795 CE), a renowned scholar and philosopher from the city of Merv, situated in present-day Turkmenistan. His works on ethics, metaphysics, and logic greatly influenced the intellectual discourse of his time.
Another prominent figure was Eroz the Conqueror (1050 CE - 1132 CE), a powerful ruler who established the Eroz Dynasty in what is now modern-day Afghanistan. His military campaigns and conquest of neighboring territories left a lasting impact on the region's political landscape.
In the realm of literature, Eroz the Poet (1310 CE - 1385 CE) was a celebrated Persian poet whose works were widely appreciated for their lyrical beauty and profound insights into the human condition. His poetry collections, such as "The Garden of Ecstasy," have been widely studied and translated over the centuries.
The name Eroz also found its way into religious texts, such as the Sikh scriptures, where it is mentioned as the name of a spiritual seeker who attained enlightenment through devotion and service to humanity.
It is worth noting that while the name Eroz may have been more prevalent in ancient times, particularly in regions influenced by Sanskrit and Persian cultures, its usage has become less common in modern times. However, its historical significance and unique linguistic roots continue to captivate scholars and name enthusiasts alike.
People
Eroz + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Eroz as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with E
Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Eroz: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Eroz?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Eroz going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Eroz a common name?
We classify Eroz as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Eroz most popular?
The single biggest year for Eroz was 2011, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Eroz is about 15 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Eroz in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Eroz a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Eroz in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Eroz still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Eroz in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Eroz can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Eroz?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.