Homer vs Elroy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Homer

Boy #4,124 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pledge, hostage"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #4,236 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"the king"

Origin: Old French (le roi)

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Homer Rank #4,124

Elroy Rank #4,236

Homer is more popular, ranked #4124 vs #4236 for Elroy.

Is Homer or Elroy more popular?

Homer is more popular, ranked #4124 compared to Elroy at #4236 in the United States.

What do Homer and Elroy mean?

Homer means "pledge, hostage" (Greek origin). Elroy means "the king" (Old French (le roi) origin).

Are Homer and Elroy boy or girl names?

Homer is primarily a boy name. Elroy is primarily a boy name.