Rising since 2020, #4,172 for girls today.
Popularity of Arin since 1961
Babies named Arin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 6 | 36 |
| 1970s | 342 | 178 |
| 1980s | 573 | 247 |
| 1990s | 637 | 414 |
| 2000s | 565 | 359 |
| 2010s | 316 | 562 |
| 2020s | 168 | 451 |
Meaning & origin
Arin is a modern American name that entered the U.S. Social Security records in 1969. It reached its peak popularity in 1997, when it was most frequently chosen by parents. The name experienced a decline after that, but since 2020 it has been on a clear upward trajectory. As of 2025, Arin ranks 4,172, with approximately 1 in every 47,273 newborns receiving the name. It is most popular in California, which reported the highest usage among all states. The name's exact origin is debated: some see it as a variation of Aaron, a classic Hebrew name meaning 'mountain', while others link it to Erin, the anglicized form of the Irish name for Ireland. This ambiguity adds to its appeal for parents seeking a short, simple name with a modern feel and multicultural resonance.
Arin is a modern American coinage, likely arising as a variant of Aaron or Erin. Aaron is of Hebrew origin, derived from Aharon, meaning 'mountain' or 'high mountain'. Erin is the anglicized form of Éirinn, the dative case of Éire, the Irish name for Ireland. The name Arin gained use in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, where it is used for both boys and girls.
Where Arin is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Arin” around the world
Where Arin lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ari, Rin
Sibling names for Arin
Names that share Arin's style, for a brother or sister.
