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The name Erin has its origins in the Irish language, specifically from the word 'Éire', meaning Ireland. Over time, it has evolved through historical forms like 'Éirinn'. While it does not have biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the 19th century due to Irish nationalism. Modern perceptions of the name are tied to its cultural significance, and it remains a common feminine name today. Notable figures include Erin Andrews and Erin Brockovich.

The name Erin is most popular in Delaware, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, Erin has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, too rising for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too rising for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too rising for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Erin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5079th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4467th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1512th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 526th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 694th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1609th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2963rd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1627th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1541st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 387th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 57th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 30th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 97th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 446th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Erin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.