Erin
girl name#833 in 2025Erin entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #18 in 1983, ranks #833 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1888–2025
#833
rank today
#18
peak (1983)
327
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1212 |
| 1890s | #1152 |
| 1900s | #1397 |
| 1910s | #1470 |
| 1920s | #2312 |
| 1930s | #1922 |
| 1940s | #1153 |
| 1950s | #676 |
| 1960s | #219 |
| 1970s | #55 |
| 1980s | #27 |
| 1990s | #49 |
| 2000s | #111 |
| 2010s | #331 |
| 2020s | #677 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Erin has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 306,000 people named Erin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Erin alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Erin in 2025?
- Erin ranks #833 among US girl names in 2025, with 327 babies given the name.
- When was the name Erin most popular?
- Erin peaked in 1983, reaching #18 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Erin with classmates?
- Erin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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