NAME PROFILE
Ervin
Ervin is a name of Germanic origin meaning 'honorable friend.' It conveys a sense of loyalty and strength, often associated with someone who is dependable and trustworthy.
Key Stats
| Total births | 39,129 |
| Gender | Male (83% / 17%) |
| Peak year | 1921 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 21%PA — 21%CA — 20%OH — 20%NY — 19%
Notable People
Ervin Nyitrai (Hungarian mathematician) · Ervin Krenz (Hungarian physicist) · Ervin Santana (Baseball player) · Ervin McKinness (American football player) · Ervin C. H. Wong (Chinese-American artist)
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