Noble rank is a term used to describe the various titles of nobility that exist in many countries. Earldom (7 letters) is a title of nobility, ranking below a marquess and above a viscount. An EARL (4 letters) is a member of the nobility who holds the title of EARL. BARON (5 letters) is a title of nobility, ranking below a count or a viscount. An ARCHDUKE (8 letters) is a title of nobility, ranking above a duke and below an emperor or empress. Barony (6 letters) is a title of nobility, ranking below a viscount and above a knight. Baronage (8 letters) is the collective body of barons.