Erol Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAIR-ol / /ˈɛr.ɒl/Turkish; Arabic
Meaning
Turkish: 'brave'; Arabic: 'the one who is brave'
Historical & Cultural Background
Erol is a name of Turkish origin, commonly used in Turkey and among Turkish-speaking communities. In Turkish culture, names often reflect qualities such as bravery and strength. The name also has Arabic roots, where it conveys similar meanings related to courage. It is a masculine name and has been used in various contexts throughout history.
Trend Summary
Erol has seen fluctuating popularity in Turkey but remains a recognizable name.
Similar Names
Variants
- Erolcan
- Erolhan
International Variants
- Erol (Turkish)
- Erol (Arabic)
Famous people named Erol
Erol Alkan is a British DJ and music producer known for his work in the electronic music scene.
Erol Sander is a Turkish-German actor and model recognized for his roles in various television series.
Erol Bulut is a Turkish football manager and former player, known for his coaching career in Turkish football.
Erol Evgin is a Turkish pop singer and actor, celebrated for his contributions to Turkish music.
Fictional characters named Erol
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Erol was first seen in the United States in 1955. Erol has ranked as high as #1053 nationally, which occurred in 1966, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Erol has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Erol (1994)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 5 |