Elroy Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-roy / ˈɛl.rɔɪEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: 'the elf king'; Hebrew: 'God is my light'
Historical & Cultural Background
Elroy is derived from the English name meaning 'the elf king', which has roots in Old English. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. The name has also been associated with Hebrew origins, where it conveys a spiritual meaning. Elroy has been used in various cultural contexts, contributing to its appeal.
Trend Summary
Elroy has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Elroy
International Variants
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Famous people named Elroy
Elroy Face was a professional baseball pitcher known for his time with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Elroy Hirsch was an American football player and coach, recognized for his contributions to the NFL.
Fictional characters named Elroy
Elroy Jetson is a character from 'The Jetsons', known as the son of George and Jane Jetson.
Elroy is a character in the animated series 'The Jetsons', often depicted as a young boy with a love for technology.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elroy was first seen in the United States in 1880. Elroy has ranked as high as #705 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in Wisconsin, Texas, Minnesota, Louisiana, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Elroy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elroy (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1896 | 8 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1904 | 8 |
| 1905 | 14 |
| 1906 | 10 |
| 1907 | 13 |
| 1908 | 18 |
| 1909 | 11 |
| 1910 | 17 |
| 1911 | 23 |
| 1912 | 43 |
| 1913 | 51 |
| 1914 | 75 |
| 1915 | 104 |
| 1916 | 110 |
| 1917 | 143 |
| 1918 | 145 |
| 1919 | 136 |
| 1920 | 139 |
| 1921 | 152 |
| 1922 | 192 |
| 1923 | 162 |
| 1924 | 158 |
| 1925 | 164 |
| 1926 | 138 |
| 1927 | 154 |
| 1928 | 132 |
| 1929 | 150 |
| 1930 | 136 |
| 1931 | 138 |
| 1932 | 123 |
| 1933 | 125 |
| 1934 | 117 |
| 1935 | 122 |
| 1936 | 130 |
| 1937 | 129 |
| 1938 | 108 |
| 1939 | 90 |
| 1940 | 111 |
| 1941 | 104 |
| 1942 | 120 |
| 1943 | 103 |
| 1944 | 106 |
| 1945 | 91 |
| 1946 | 83 |
| 1947 | 88 |
| 1948 | 81 |
| 1949 | 79 |
| 1950 | 86 |
| 1951 | 69 |
| 1952 | 83 |
| 1953 | 91 |
| 1954 | 82 |
| 1955 | 83 |
| 1956 | 83 |
| 1957 | 96 |
| 1958 | 73 |
| 1959 | 88 |
| 1960 | 97 |
| 1961 | 89 |
| 1962 | 81 |
| 1963 | 77 |
| 1964 | 84 |
| 1965 | 57 |
| 1966 | 59 |
| 1967 | 50 |
| 1968 | 48 |
| 1969 | 61 |
| 1970 | 54 |
| 1971 | 43 |
| 1972 | 46 |
| 1973 | 37 |
| 1974 | 43 |
| 1975 | 29 |
| 1976 | 41 |
| 1977 | 29 |
| 1978 | 27 |
| 1979 | 28 |
| 1980 | 23 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1983 | 21 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 32 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 25 |