Erin
Erin is a girl's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Ireland or child of Ireland.
Origin and history
Erin is derived from Éirinn, the dative case of the Irish Gaelic name for Ireland, Ériu. It gained popularity in English-speaking regions during the 20th century as a patriotic and poetic name for Ireland. In the United States, it became very common in the late 20th century and remains a classic choice.
Popularity in the United States
316,575 babies in the United States have been named Erin since 1880. It ranks #124 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #643.
States where it is most popular
- CA (10 %)
- NY (6.9 %)
- PA (5.9 %)
- OH (5.6 %)
- TX (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 11 |
| 1890-1900 | 52 |
| 1900-1910 | 80 |
| 1910-1920 | 209 |
| 1920-1930 | 183 |
| 1930-1940 | 198 |
| 1940-1950 | 536 |
| 1950-1960 | 4,382 |
| 1960-1970 | 15,570 |
| 1970-1980 | 67,888 |
| 1980-1990 | 115,811 |
| 1990-2000 | 65,335 |
| 2000-2010 | 33,370 |
| 2010-2019 | 10,285 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,665 |
Famous people named Erin
- Erin Andrews: Sportscaster, Television Host
- Erin Brockovich: Environmental Activist, Legal Clerk
- Erin Moriarty: Actress
Fun facts
- Erin originates from Ériu, a Gaelic goddess of land and sovereignty who personified Ireland.
- Erin was a top 20 female name in the United States during the late 1970s and 1980s.