Eros Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAIR-oss / /ˈɛr.ɒs/Greek
Meaning
Desire; love
Historical & Cultural Background
Eros is a figure from Greek mythology, known as the god of love and attraction. He is often depicted as a young man with wings, wielding a bow and arrows. Eros played a significant role in various myths, particularly in the story of his love for Psyche. The name has been used in various cultures and has influenced literature and art throughout history.
Trend Summary
The name Eros has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low profile in terms of popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ero
- Erosus
International Variants
- Eros (Greek)
- Eros (Italian)
Famous people named Eros
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Fictional characters named Eros
Eros is a character in Marvel Comics, known as the brother of Thanos and a member of the Eternals.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eros was first seen in the United States in 1974. Eros has ranked as high as #1249 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Eros has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Eros (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 31 | |
| TX | 17 | |
| FL | 13 | |
| NY | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 23 |
| 1998 | 21 |
| 1999 | 25 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 42 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2003 | 41 |
| 2004 | 48 |
| 2005 | 42 |
| 2006 | 46 |
| 2007 | 55 |
| 2008 | 56 |
| 2009 | 50 |
| 2010 | 55 |
| 2011 | 57 |
| 2012 | 52 |
| 2013 | 58 |
| 2014 | 56 |
| 2015 | 66 |
| 2016 | 65 |
| 2017 | 67 |
| 2018 | 81 |
| 2019 | 106 |
| 2020 | 117 |
| 2021 | 122 |
| 2022 | 144 |
| 2023 | 135 |
| 2024 | 121 |