Eryn
Eryn is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Ireland or child of Ireland.
Origin and history
Eryn is a modern spelling variant of Erin, derived from the Irish Gaelic word for Ireland. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century as a contemporary alternative to the classic spelling. Today it remains a steadily used, recognizable feminine name.
Popularity in the United States
7,415 babies in the United States have been named Eryn since 1880. It ranks #1949 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1698.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.3 %)
- TX (14.3 %)
- GA (6.7 %)
- FL (6.3 %)
- OH (5.7 %)
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 | 13 |
| 1960-1970 | 63 |
| 1970-1980 | 511 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,135 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,023 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,026 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,241 |
| 2020-2029 | 403 |
Famous people named Eryn
- Eryn Allen Kane: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Eryn uses the modern 'y' substitution trend that became popular for girls' names in the late 20th century.
- It traces back to Ériu, the Gaelic goddess and namesake of Ireland.