Eros
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Rose, the flower
Origin: English (diminutive)
Popularity: Ranked #1324 in 2025 with 146 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Rosie. Shares the meaning 'Rose, the flower.'
Similar names: eero, ero, efosa, elroi, elroy, enos, eris, eron
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Eros? About 1 in 22,798 babies born in 2025 were named Eros, or roughly 0.4 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Eros
What does the name Eros mean?
Eros means “Rose, the flower” from English (diminutive) roots.
What is the origin of the name Eros?
Eros has English (diminutive) origin. The traditional meaning is “Rose, the flower”.
How popular is Eros?
Eros ranked #1323 in 2025 — given to 146 babies that year.
When was Eros most popular?
Eros peaked in 2025 with 146 babies registered that year.
Is Eros a boy or girl name?
Eros is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Eross in registered births are male.
Is the name Eros rising or falling in popularity?
Eros has risen 146 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1469 in 2020 to #1323 in 2025.
How long has Eros been recorded?
Eros appears in birth records across 35 years — from 1974 through 2025.