Erville
A name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from French "ervile" meaning "grass pea".
Name Census estimates that about 0 living Americans carry the first name Erville. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Erville today is around 0 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Erville births was 1915 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Erville. 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 Erville. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
0
~ - Americans
Peak year
1915
6 babies that year
Average age
-
1915 SSA rank
#3,540
Tracked since 1914
Popularity
Erville: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Erville 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 Erville during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 11 | 0 | 11 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Erville
The name Erville is a unique and intriguing one with a rich history that spans across multiple cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to the Latin word "ervum," which translates to "bitter vetch," a type of legume plant. This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with agricultural or botanical contexts in ancient Roman times.
During the Middle Ages, the name Erville gained popularity in certain regions of France, particularly in the northern areas. It is believed that the name evolved from the Old French word "erveille," which meant "pea" or "vetch." This connection to leguminous plants further solidifies the name's agrarian roots.
In the 12th century, the name Erville appeared in historical records documenting the ownership of lands and estates in Normandy, France. One notable example is Erville de Montfort, a nobleman who lived during this period and owned several parcels of land in the region.
As the name spread across Europe in the following centuries, it took on various spellings and adaptations. In Germany, for instance, the name was sometimes written as "Ervil" or "Ervill," while in Italy, variations such as "Ervillio" or "Ervillio" were not uncommon.
Throughout history, several individuals bearing the name Erville have left their mark in various fields. One of the earliest recorded examples is Erville de Châteauneuf, a French poet and troubadour who lived in the 13th century and was known for his lyrical compositions.
Another notable figure was Erville von Büren, a German military commander who fought in the Thirty Years' War during the early 17th century. His strategic prowess and leadership skills were widely celebrated among his contemporaries.
In the realm of literature, Erville Fontaine, a French novelist and essayist born in 1824, gained recognition for his insightful works exploring societal issues and human nature.
The 19th century also saw the rise of Erville Cummings, an American industrialist and entrepreneur who played a significant role in the development of the steel industry in the United States.
More recently, Erville Sokoloff, a renowned Russian-American physicist and inventor born in 1904, made significant contributions to the fields of electronics and telecommunications, with several patents to his name.
While the name Erville may not be as common today as it once was, its rich historical tapestry serves as a testament to its enduring legacy and the diverse narratives woven into its fabric.
People
Erville + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Erville as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Erville: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Erville?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 0 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Erville 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 - US residents.
Is Erville a common name?
We classify Erville as "Very Rare". It ranks above 2.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Erville most popular?
The single biggest year for Erville was 1915, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Erville is about 0 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 Erville in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Erville a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Erville 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 Erville still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Erville 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 Erville 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 people are called Erville?
Find out how many Americans are named Erville on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.