Earl
boy name#2230 in 2025Earl entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #20 in 1894, ranks #2230 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2230
rank today
#20
peak (1894)
63
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #39 |
| 1890s | #23 |
| 1900s | #28 |
| 1910s | #32 |
| 1920s | #33 |
| 1930s | #44 |
| 1940s | #71 |
| 1950s | #108 |
| 1960s | #154 |
| 1970s | #207 |
| 1980s | #294 |
| 1990s | #528 |
| 2000s | #946 |
| 2010s | #1500 |
| 2020s | #2055 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Earl has been most popular in CA, OH, TX.
Living bearers
About 92,000 people named Earl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Earl alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Earl in 2025?
- Earl ranks #2230 among US boy names in 2025, with 63 babies given the name.
- When was the name Earl most popular?
- Earl peaked in 1894, reaching #20 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Earl with classmates?
- Earl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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