Elroy Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Elroy originates from Hebrew, meaning 'God sees'. It evolved from the biblical name Elroi, reflecting a spiritual significance. Elroy has gained popularity in the 20th century, often associated with unique traits. Its biblical relevance adds depth to its meaning.
The name Elroy is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Elroy has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Elroy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 517th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 548th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 808th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1305th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2778th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6812th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4565th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 8598th out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Elroy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elroy"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛl.rɔɪ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Elroy is derived from the Hebrew name 'Elroi', which means 'God sees'. It is composed of the elements 'El', meaning 'God', and 'roi', meaning 'to see'.
Meaning
God sees
Language Evolution
Elroi, Elroy
Biblical Background
The name has biblical roots, as it appears in the Old Testament, specifically in the story of Hagar and her son Ishmael.
Historical Usage
Elroy gained popularity in the early to mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, where it was often used in a context reflecting a connection to faith and spirituality.
Variants & Derivatives
Elroi, Roy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Elroy is perceived as a unique and somewhat vintage name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Elroy Face, an American former Major League Baseball player, Elroy 'Crazylegs' Hirsch, a former American football player and sports executive
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elroy"
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 "Elroy"
"Elroy" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 517th of 7545 | 2,192 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 548th of 6773 | 2,135 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 808th of 7552 | 1,593 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1305th of 10718 | 675 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2778th of 16616 | 348 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6812th of 24088 | 165 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4565th of 23106 | 262 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 8598th of 9107 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Elroy" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
21.26% 301st/1416 |
60.62% 836th/1379 |
32.16% 761st/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
22.57% 349th/1546 |
65.87% 1025th/1556 |
29.28% 689th/2353 |
62.51% 967th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
32.33% 720th/2227 |
44.61% 1084th/2430 |
28.60% 816th/2853 |
43.39% 1204th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
53.22% 1563rd/2937 |
44.50% 1550th/3483 |
34.57% 1216th/3518 |
35.71% 1444th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
39.43% 2048th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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83.98% 3768th/4487 |
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50.32% 3158th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Elroy" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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 "Elroy"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elroy" 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.