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Errol

EH-ruhl

Errol (name) means a masculine given name of Scottish origin, notably borne by actor Errol Flynn. Example: “Errol Flynn starred in many swashbuckling adventure films.”

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A masculine given name of Scottish origin, notably borne by actor Errol Flynn.
"Errol Flynn starred in many swashbuckling adventure films."
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Etymology

Transferred from a rare Scottish surname derived from a place name, of unknown meaning. Later interpreted as a variant of Earl in the U.S.

Frequently asked questions

What does “Errol” mean?

The word “Errol” means a masculine given name of Scottish origin, notably borne by actor Errol Flynn.

How do you pronounce “Errol”?

“Errol” is pronounced EH-ruhl (/ˈɛɹəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “Errol” in a sentence?

Here is “Errol” used in a sentence: “Errol Flynn starred in many swashbuckling adventure films.”

What part of speech is “Errol”?

“Errol” is a name.

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