Heron vs Elroy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Heron

Boy #4,406 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"heron bird, large wading bird"

Origin: Old French hairon

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Boy #4,236 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"the king"

Origin: Old French (le roi)

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Heron Rank #4,406

Elroy Rank #4,236

Elroy is more popular, ranked #4236 vs #4406 for Heron.

Is Heron or Elroy more popular?

Elroy is more popular, ranked #4236 compared to Heron at #4406 in the United States.

What do Heron and Elroy mean?

Heron means "heron bird, large wading bird" (Old French hairon origin). Elroy means "the king" (Old French (le roi) origin).

Are Heron and Elroy boy or girl names?

Heron is primarily a boy name. Elroy is primarily a boy name.