Declining since 2008, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Aerin since 1976
Babies named Aerin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 26 |
| 1980s | 56 |
| 1990s | 155 |
| 2000s | 325 |
| 2010s | 266 |
| 2020s | 116 |
Meaning & origin
Aerin is a modern name, first recorded in the United States in 1976. It reached its peak popularity in 2008, but has since been on a downward trajectory. Today, it is a rare choice, with only about 1 in 133,939 newborn girls receiving the name in 2025. Its origins are uncertain, but it may be a creative respelling of Erin or a feminine form of the Welsh name Aeron. While not common among any particular region, its stylish 'ae' spelling appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name.
Aerin first appeared in the United States in 1976. It is likely a modern coinage, possibly inspired by the name Erin (the anglicized form of Éireann, meaning 'Ireland' in Irish Gaelic) with a fashionable 'ae' spelling. Alternatively, it may be a feminine form of the name Aeron, a Welsh god of war. However, its usage is primarily modern and creative.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aeri, Rin, Ari
Sibling names for Aerin
Names that share Aerin's style, for a brother or sister.
