Eros Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eros is of Greek origin, meaning 'love'. It has evolved from ancient Greek to modern usage, maintaining its association with romantic love. It does not have biblical relevance. The name is viewed positively in modern contexts, and it has been borne by notable figures in music and art.
The name Eros is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Eros 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, 'Eros' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8639th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8236th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2584th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1703rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Eros' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eros"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛrɒs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Eros originates from the Greek word 'erōs', which refers to passionate or romantic love. In Greek mythology, Eros is the god of love, often depicted as a winged youth.
Meaning
love
Language Evolution
Eros (Ancient Greek), Eros (Modern Greek)
Historical Usage
Eros was widely used in ancient Greece and has remained in use in various forms throughout history, often associated with love and attraction.
Variants & Derivatives
Ero, Erose
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Eros is often associated with love and romance, and it carries a positive and passionate connotation.
Famous People
Eros Ramazzotti, an Italian singer-songwriter, Eros Greco, an Italian artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eros"
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 "Eros"
"Eros" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8639th of 10718 | 13 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8236th of 16616 | 54 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2584th of 24088 | 681 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1703rd of 23106 | 1,138 |
Regional Popularity of "Eros" 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) |
- | - | - |
47.06% 2973rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
61.50% 2818th/4582 |
66.98% 3459th/5164 |
28.63% 2094th/7313 |
21.01% 1568th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
63.55% 2532nd/3984 |
48.58% 2180th/4487 |
22.37% 1526th/6822 |
18.98% 1191st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Eros" 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 "Eros"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eros" 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.