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UK name, mostly boys

Erron

A masculine name of Germanic origin representing a diminutive of Erhard, meaning "brave army.".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Also recorded as a girls' name in the UK, with 4 girls.

Erron is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Erron popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3908, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 4 births.

This profile covers 11 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2005 to 2015. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 11 living people in the UK are called Erron. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2016 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Erron ranked #3908 for boys in England and Wales in 2015, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2009, when 4 boys were registered as Erron.
  • Erron is also recorded for girls, but the boys side is the larger UK variant in these records.
  • About 11 living people in the UK are estimated to have Erron as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
  • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 73.3% of Erron registrations are for boys.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3908

2015

Births in 2015

4

Latest year

Peak year

2009

4 births

Estimated living

11

2026

Gender

Boy and girl registrations for Erron

In England and Wales birth records, Erron has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 73.3% of registrations are for boys and 26.7% are for girls.

These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.

73% boys
27% girls
Boys11 (73.3%)Girls4 (26.7%)

Erron registered for boys

  • Ranked #3,908 in 2015
  • 4 boys registered in 2015
  • Peak: 2009 (4 births)

Erron registered for girls

  • Ranked #3,247 in 2000
  • 4 girls registered in 2000
  • Peak: 2000 (4 births)

Meaning

What does Erron mean?

The name Erron is believed to have its origins in the ancient Celtic language, which was spoken by various tribes across Western and Central Europe during the Iron Age and medieval periods. The name is thought to be derived from the Celtic word "eron," which means "eagle" or "bird of prey."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Erron can be found in the Annals of Ulster, a chronicle of medieval Irish history, where it is mentioned as the name of a Irish warrior who lived in the 9th century. The name was relatively uncommon during this period but gradually gained popularity among Celtic communities across Ireland, Scotland, and parts of England.

In the 12th century, the name Erron was documented in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive record of landowners and property holdings in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. This suggests that the name had spread to parts of Britain by this time, likely carried by Celtic settlers or through cultural exchange.

One notable figure bearing the name Erron was Erron of Clonmacnoise, an Irish monk and scribe who lived in the 10th century. He is known for his contributions to the Book of Armagh, a significant medieval manuscript containing biblical texts and other important writings.

Another historical figure with the name Erron was Erron MacDougall, a Scottish clan chief who lived in the 13th century. He played a significant role in the Wars of Scottish Independence against England and is remembered as a loyal supporter of Robert the Bruce.

In the 16th century, Erron Howard, an English courtier and diplomat, served under Queen Elizabeth I. He was dispatched on several important diplomatic missions and is mentioned in various historical records from the Elizabethan era.

Erron Fitzsimons, an Irish soldier and military commander, fought in the Irish Confederate Wars of the 17th century. He is remembered for his bravery and leadership during the siege of Limerick in 1651.

Erron Mackenzie, a Scottish explorer and fur trader, lived in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. He is known for his expeditions in the Canadian Northwest Territories and his contributions to the fur trade industry in North America.

While the name Erron has its roots in ancient Celtic cultures, it has remained relatively uncommon throughout history. However, its connection to the symbolic imagery of the eagle and its association with various historical figures across different cultures and time periods have contributed to its enduring legacy.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Erron over time

The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Erron in England and Wales, from 2000 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Erron, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2015, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

BoysGirls
01234200020072015

Decades

Erron by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Erron was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2010s #3908 4 1
2000s #3797 7 2

Related

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FAQ

Erron: questions and answers

How popular is the name Erron in the UK right now?

In 2015, Erron was ranked #3908 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Erron most popular?

The peak year on record was 2009, with 4 babies registered as Erron in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Erron?

A masculine name of Germanic origin representing a diminutive of Erhard, meaning "brave army.".

How many people are called Erron in the UK?

A total of 11 babies have been registered as Erron across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.