Erin
Meaning & Origin
Meaning: Ireland; Peace
Background: The name Erin originates from the Irish word 'Éirinn,' which refers to Ireland. It is derived from the Gaelic term for the country and is commonly associated with themes of peace and tranquility. The name has both geographical and aspirational connotations linked to the land and its spirit.
At a glance
Quick stats based on the history of this name.
Lifetime rank
#124
Total births
325,703
Most popular decade
1980s
(354,039 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-473 ranks)
Years in Top 100
34
First recorded year
1888
Gender usage
2.9% male
97.1% female
Stats by gender
Male
- First year
- 1915
- First year births
- 6
- First year rank
- #3,392
- Peak year
- 1974
- Peak year births
- 321
- Peak rank
- #442
- Most recent year
- 2024
- Recent year births
- 31
- Recent rank
- #3,589
Female
- First year
- 1888
- First year births
- 5
- First year rank
- #1,276
- Peak year
- 1983
- Peak year births
- 14,837
- Peak rank
- #18
- Most recent year
- 2024
- Recent year births
- 352
- Recent rank
- #797
Births over time
Number of babies given this name each year.
Rank over time
Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).