Earl Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Earl Name at a Glance

Name	Earl
Meaning	Nobleman. Based on the English title of Earl. Famous bearer: jazz pianist Earl 'Fatha' Hines;.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Earl Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Earl means “Nobleman. Based on the English title of Earl. Famous bearer: jazz pianist Earl 'Fatha' Hines”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Earl Name Origin

Our database records Earl under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Earl a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Earl is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Earl

When considering Earl for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.