Gender Masculine
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈɜɹl/(American English) /ˈɜːl/(British English)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

From the aristocratic title, which derives from Old English eorl "nobleman, warrior". It has been used as a given name since the 19th century.

Related Names

Rooteorl
VariantsEarle, Erle
Feminine FormsEarlene, Earline, Earleen
Other Languages & CulturesJarl(Danish) Jarl(Norse Mythology) Jarl, Jarle(Norwegian) Jarl(Old Norse) Jarl(Swedish)

Popularity

People think this name is

classic   mature   formal   wholesome   strong   simple   serious  

Categories

Entry updated December 1, 2024