Find out how popular the first name Yerly has been for the last 1 years (from 2008 to 2008) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yerly by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Yerly is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2008, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Yerly.

The history of the first name Yerly

The name Yerly is believed to have originated from the ancient Germanic language, with roots tracing back to the 5th century CE. Its earliest known form was "Yrling," derived from the Old High German word "erling," which means "noble one" or "descendant of the aristocracy."

During the Middle Ages, the name underwent various spelling variations, such as "Yerlin" and "Yerlich," as it spread across different regions of Europe. It was particularly prevalent in the areas that are now modern-day Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Yerly can be found in the Nibelungenlied, a celebrated German epic poem from around the 13th century. In this work, a character named Yerling is depicted as a brave and loyal warrior.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Yerly. In the 14th century, Yerly von Stein was a prominent German knight who fought in the Hundred Years' War. Another Yerly, known as Yerly the Scribe, was a renowned calligrapher and illuminator of manuscripts in the 15th century.

During the Renaissance period, Yerly Meister was a German artist and woodcarver who gained recognition for his intricate sculptures adorning churches and cathedrals across Europe. In the 17th century, Yerly Hoffmann was a respected Lutheran theologian and author of several influential religious texts.

One of the most famous bearers of the name was Yerly Müller, a Swiss mountaineer and explorer who made significant contributions to the field of alpinism in the late 19th century. He was renowned for his daring ascents of some of the most challenging peaks in the Swiss Alps.

While the name Yerly has its roots in ancient Germanic culture, it has since spread to various parts of the world, albeit with relatively low usage. Its rich historical legacy and association with notable figures from different eras continue to make it a distinctive and intriguing name choice.

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