Erin

Rank 684th Girl Name

In 2022, the name Erin was 684th most popular baby name for girls and 1,261st most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 450 babies were named Erin in the United States. The gender distribution for "Erin" is 94.4% female and 5.6% male.

In 2022, 1 out of every 7,463 babies in the United States were named Erin. Today, the average age of someone named Erin is around 38 to 41 years old.

The name "Erin" is not common today.

The most common nickname for Erin is .

Erin Meaning & Origin

Erin is an Irish name that means "peace" and it is also often associated with the poetic name for Ireland itself, evoking images of lush green landscapes and rich Celtic heritage.

The name Erin is described as sophisticated, effervescent and compassionate.

Pronunciation

Erin is pronounced eh-rin in English. The name Erin has 4 letters and 2 syllables.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Erin

  • "Erin" is a popular unisex name. However, it is more commonly used for girls, especially in English-speaking countries.

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Geography

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