Orin
Orin is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Pale green, sallow, or pine tree.
Origin and history
Orin is a given name with roots primarily linked to the Irish name Odhrán, meaning pale or sallow-complexioned. It is also found as a variant spelling of the Hebrew name Orren or Oren, meaning pine tree. In the United States, it has been used consistently as a uncommon masculine choice since the late 19th century.
Popularity in the United States
6,283 babies in the United States have been named Orin since 1880. It ranks #1524 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1456.
States where it is most popular
- CA (18.9 %)
- WI (12.9 %)
- NY (10.4 %)
- MN (7.6 %)
- TX (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 153 |
| 1890-1900 | 115 |
| 1900-1910 | 147 |
| 1910-1920 | 635 |
| 1920-1930 | 811 |
| 1930-1940 | 524 |
| 1940-1950 | 491 |
| 1950-1960 | 392 |
| 1960-1970 | 312 |
| 1970-1980 | 357 |
| 1980-1990 | 368 |
| 1990-2000 | 307 |
| 2000-2010 | 428 |
| 2010-2019 | 764 |
| 2020-2029 | 479 |
Famous people named Orin
- Orin Hatch: Politician, Senator
Fun facts
- Orin derives in part from Saint Odhrán, a 6th-century companion of Saint Columba.
- It overlaps phonetically with the Hebrew name Oren, which translates to pine tree.