Earlie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Earlie originates from Old English, meaning 'nobleman' or 'warrior'. It evolved from 'earldom' and 'earl', reflecting a historical context of nobility. The name carries traits of tradition and uniqueness, with no biblical relevance. Earlie gained popularity in the 19th century and has variants such as Earl and Erle.
The name Earlie is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Earlie has been stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Earlie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 936th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1071st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1605th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3276th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9366th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1449th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1534th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3231st out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Earlie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Earlie"
Pronunciation
/ˈɜːrli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Earlie is derived from the Old English word 'earl', which means 'nobleman' or 'warrior'. The suffix '-ie' is often used as a diminutive or affectionate form.
Meaning
nobleman, warrior
Language Evolution
Earldom, Earl, Earlie
Historical Usage
The name Earlie gained popularity in the 19th century as a given name, often used in the United States and England, possibly influenced by the social status associated with the title 'earl'.
Variants & Derivatives
Earl, Erle, Earley
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Earlie is considered a unique and somewhat old-fashioned name. It evokes a sense of nobility and tradition, though it is not widely used today.
Famous People
Earlie Brown, American football player, Earlie Wiggins, American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Earlie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Earlie"
"Earlie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 936th of 7545 | 857 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1071st of 6773 | 700 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1605th of 7552 | 451 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3276th of 10718 | 156 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9366th of 16616 | 39 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1449th of 9107 | 527 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1534th of 9204 | 481 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3231st of 12526 | 256 |
Regional Popularity of "Earlie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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25.19% 596th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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28.69% 675th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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40.59% 1158th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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57.82% 2034th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Earlie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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41.17% 974th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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42.16% 992nd/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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61.90% 1766th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Earlie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Earlie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.