Erinn
Erinn is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Ireland.
Origin and history
Erinn is a modern variant spelling of Erin, derived from the Irish word Éirinn, which means 'Ireland'. It gained moderate popularity in the late 20th century as a creative alternative spelling. While used less frequently today in the United States, it remains an recognizable feminine name.
Popularity in the United States
3,418 babies in the United States have been named Erinn since 1880. It ranks #3034 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2092.
States where it is most popular
- CA (27.3 %)
- NY (14.9 %)
- PA (9.3 %)
- MI (9.3 %)
- OH (6.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 200 |
| 1970-1980 | 815 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,052 |
| 1990-2000 | 874 |
| 2000-2010 | 321 |
| 2010-2019 | 147 |
| 2020-2029 | 9 |
Famous people named Erinn
- Erinn Hayes: Actress, Comedian
- Erinn Smart: Fencer, Athlete
Fun facts
- The name is derived from the dative case of 'Ériu', the Old Irish name for Ireland and its mythological patron goddess.
- The double-n spelling was adopted in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century as a stylistic twist on the traditional Erin.