What does the name earl mean?

Answer 1

The name Earl is from Old English eorl for a nobleman, warrior, or prince. The name based on the English title was used as an equivalent of the French comte meaning Count. Also used to name people who worked for the household of an earl.

Answer 2

The name Earl comes from the aristocratic title, which comes from Old English "eorl" meaning "nobleman, warrior". It has been used as a male first name since the 1800s.

Answer 3

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