Erin: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ehr-een
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Ireland

Erin is a name with deep Irish roots, derived from the Gaelic term "Éirinn, " meaning "Ireland. Erin, " This name carries significant historical importance, symbolizing peace and the island nation. Initially popularized in the United States, Erin was a top 100 contender from the early 1970s until 2005. Erin, Although its popularity has declined, it remains a timeless and charming name. Erin is often associated with the mythological goddess of sovereignty, Ériu, and is frequently used as a romantic name for Ireland by Irish nationalists and poets. Erin, Irish roots, derived from the Gaelic term "Éirinn, " meaning "Ireland. Erin, Irish nationalists and poets.

Erin Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Erin is currently #5349 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Erin is currently #2321 on Kiindred Boy Names

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