Errol

A Dictionary of First Names | 2006 | 464 words | Copyright

Errol ♂ Transferred use of the Scottish surname, which derives from a place name. It was made famous by the film actor Errol Flynn (1909–59), noted for his ‘swashbuckling’ roles. He was born in Australia, but spent most of his career in Hollywood. Errol is now popular as an African‐American and West Indian name, influenced by such figures as the jazz pianist Erroll Garner (1921–77).

Variants: Erol, Erroll; Eryl.

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