Erla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Erla is a name of Old Norse origin, meaning noble or brave. It has evolved through various historical forms, retaining its connection to strength and honor. The name lacks biblical significance but has gained popularity in Scandinavian culture. Erla is perceived as unique and strong in modern times, with notable individuals sharing the name.
The name Erla is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. 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, Erla has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Erla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1819th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1836th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5018th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15863rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 18891st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20416th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Erla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Erla"
Pronunciation
/ˈɜːrlə/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
Erla is derived from the Old Norse word 'erl' which means 'noble' or 'honorable'. It is also associated with the word 'erla', meaning 'to be brave' or 'to be strong'.
Meaning
noble, honorable, brave, strong
Language Evolution
Old Norse: Erl, Middle English: Erle, Modern English: Erla
Historical Usage
Erla has been used in various Scandinavian countries and saw a rise in popularity during the Viking Age due to the cultural emphasis on valor and nobility.
Variants & Derivatives
Erl, Erle, Erlis
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Erla is viewed as a unique and strong name, often associated with a sense of nobility and individuality.
Famous People
Erla H. H. O'Leary, an Irish writer, Erla M. H. M. H. A. M. F. L. H. A. D. H. L. O'Leary, a notable artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Erla"
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 "Erla"
"Erla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1819th of 9107 | 374 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1836th of 9204 | 364 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5018th of 12526 | 115 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15863rd of 19264 | 11 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 18891st of 27321 | 21 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 20416th of 30306 | 24 |
Regional Popularity of "Erla" by Generation for Male 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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Erla" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
86.51% 1225th/1416 |
53.81% 742nd/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
48.46% 754th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
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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) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Erla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Erla" 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.