Erin

Meaning of Erin

It's a poetic name for Ireland, meaning 'from Ireland'.

Erin has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Erin

Erin has cooled off, slipping to #833 in 2025, down from a peak of #60 in 2000.

Notable people named Erin

• Erin Brockovich
  Environmental activist, legal clerk
• Erin Andrews
  Sportscaster, television personality, host
• Erin Burnett
  CNN news anchor, journalist
• Erin Moriarty
  Actress (The Boys)
• Erin Heatherton
  American fashion model

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Questions about the name Erin

What does the name Erin mean?

Erin means it's a poetic name for ireland, meaning 'from ireland', and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Erin a boy's or a girl's name?

Erin is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Erin?

In 2025, Erin ranked #833 for girls, down from #797 the year before.

When was Erin most popular?

Erin peaked at #60 in 2000.