Ervin

Boy's name

Ervin is of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Old English name Eoforwine, meaning "friend of the boar."

Meaning Army, friend
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 81
Peak year 1921

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Names Starting With E

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Ervin Santana - MLB pitcher
  • Ervin Johnson - NBA player
  • Ervin Zukanović - Bosnian footballer
  • Ervin Nyiregyházi - Hungarian pianist
  • Ervin László - Philosopher and systems theorist

Brothers for Ervin

Boy names closely related to Ervin

Nevin Chester Basil Lester Reuben Sahir Jethro Azari

Sisters for Ervin

Girl names closely related to Ervin

Suzanne Corrine Brynne Jennah Aela Jayana Susan Lizzie

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Ervin

Erwin

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