Earl
/erl/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Earl is a English name meaning "Nobleman". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Bangladesh, BE, Bahrain, BW. The name is of Old English origin, derived from 'eorl' meaning 'nobleman' or 'chieftain'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic erl
IPA ɝl
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as erl. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Earl
- · Earl Warren - Chief Justice of the United States
- · Earl Sweatshirt - American rapper
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