Erin
2025 SSA
2025 SSA
About Erin
First-wave Irish name and place name—the poetic name for Ireland—now supplanted by newer alternatives such as Maeve and Delaney.
Erin for boys#4587 US
Erin as a masculine name has Irish origins, derived from "Éirinn," the dative case of "Éire" (Ireland). While more commonly recognized as a feminine name in many countries today, Erin has historic usage as a boy's name, particularly in Ireland and Scottish communities. The name literally means "from Ireland" and carries strong Celtic heritage. As a masculine name, Erin peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1970s-80s but has since become more frequently used for girls. The name is short, strong, and easily pronounced across languages. For boys, it offers Celtic heritage with a soft yet dignified sound that balances traditional roots with contemporary appeal.
Pronounced ER-in.
As of October 2026, Erin ranked #833 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #18 in 1983, Nameberry popularity #261.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #324 | 1,022 | #2,470 | 51 |
| 2015 | #336 | 974 | #2,260 | 59 |
| 2016 | #355 | 925 | #2,901 | 41 |
| 2017 | #408 | 777 | #2,429 | 53 |
| 2018 | #417 | 743 | #3,121 | 37 |
| 2019 | #484 | 650 | #3,375 | 34 |
| 2020 | #521 | 581 | #2,943 | 40 |
| 2021 | #574 | 527 | #3,199 | 37 |
| 2022 | #686 | 427 | #4,118 | 26 |
| 2023 | #653 | 450 | #3,491 | 33 |
| 2024 | #797 | 352 | #3,616 | 31 |
| 2025 | #833 | 327 | #4,587 | 22 |
World rankings
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