Erron
A masculine name of Germanic origin representing a diminutive of Erhard, meaning "brave army."
Name Census estimates that about 831 living Americans carry the first name Erron. It is a predominantly male name (98.3% of registrations). The average person named Erron today is around 35 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Erron births was 1984 (33 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Erron. 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.
People living today
831
~ 1 in 412,460 Americans
Peak year
1984
33 babies that year
Average age
35
years old
2024 SSA rank
#10,084
Tracked since 1961
Gender
Gender distribution for Erron
Erron leans heavily male at 98.3% of total registrations, but 15 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Erron as a male name
- Ranked #11,292 in 2024
- 6 male births in 2024
- Peak: 1984 (33 births)
Erron as a female name
- Ranked #10,084 in 1977
- 5 female births in 1977
- Peak: 1976 (10 births)
Popularity
Erron: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Erron from the 1960s through to the 2020s, spanning 7 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 205 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Erron 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 Erron during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Errons live
Origin
Meaning and history of Erron
The name Erron is believed to have its origins in the ancient Celtic language, which was spoken by various tribes across Western and Central Europe during the Iron Age and medieval periods. The name is thought to be derived from the Celtic word "eron," which means "eagle" or "bird of prey."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Erron can be found in the Annals of Ulster, a chronicle of medieval Irish history, where it is mentioned as the name of a Irish warrior who lived in the 9th century. The name was relatively uncommon during this period but gradually gained popularity among Celtic communities across Ireland, Scotland, and parts of England.
In the 12th century, the name Erron was documented in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive record of landowners and property holdings in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. This suggests that the name had spread to parts of Britain by this time, likely carried by Celtic settlers or through cultural exchange.
One notable figure bearing the name Erron was Erron of Clonmacnoise, an Irish monk and scribe who lived in the 10th century. He is known for his contributions to the Book of Armagh, a significant medieval manuscript containing biblical texts and other important writings.
Another historical figure with the name Erron was Erron MacDougall, a Scottish clan chief who lived in the 13th century. He played a significant role in the Wars of Scottish Independence against England and is remembered as a loyal supporter of Robert the Bruce.
In the 16th century, Erron Howard, an English courtier and diplomat, served under Queen Elizabeth I. He was dispatched on several important diplomatic missions and is mentioned in various historical records from the Elizabethan era.
Erron Fitzsimons, an Irish soldier and military commander, fought in the Irish Confederate Wars of the 17th century. He is remembered for his bravery and leadership during the siege of Limerick in 1651.
Erron Mackenzie, a Scottish explorer and fur trader, lived in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. He is known for his expeditions in the Canadian Northwest Territories and his contributions to the fur trade industry in North America.
While the name Erron has its roots in ancient Celtic cultures, it has remained relatively uncommon throughout history. However, its connection to the symbolic imagery of the eagle and its association with various historical figures across different cultures and time periods have contributed to its enduring legacy.
People
Erron + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Erron 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
Erron: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Erron?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 831 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Erron 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 412,460 US residents.
Is Erron a common name?
We classify Erron as "Very Rare". It ranks above 88.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 869 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Erron most popular?
The single biggest year for Erron was 1984, when 33 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Erron is about 35 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Erron a male name?
Yes, 98.3% of people registered as Erron 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.
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.