Rising since 2005, #4,546 for girls today.
Popularity of Erina since 1957
Babies named Erina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 19 |
| 1970s | 125 |
| 1980s | 149 |
| 1990s | 177 |
| 2000s | 149 |
| 2010s | 258 |
| 2020s | 158 |
Meaning & origin
Erina is a rare but steadily rising name in the United States, first recorded in Social Security data in 1957. As of 2025, it ranks 4,546th nationally, with approximately 1 in 53,576 female newborns receiving the name. Its popularity has been on an upward trajectory since 2005, reaching a peak year in 2022. The name is most popular in Texas, which may reflect a blend of cultural influences, as Erina has roots in both Irish and Japanese naming traditions. Despite its low overall frequency, Erina's gentle sound and multicultural appeal have contributed to its gradual increase in use over the past two decades.
Erina has multiple possible origins. In Irish, it is a variant of Erin, which refers to Ireland (from Éirinn). In Japanese, Erina can be written with various kanji combinations, often meaning "blessing" or "beautiful apple" (eri meaning "blessing" or "beautiful" and na meaning "apple" or "name"). In modern English-speaking countries, it is also used as a respelling or variant of names like Erena or Ariana.
Where Erina is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Erina” around the world
Where Erina lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
25
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eri, Rina
Sibling names for Erina
Names that share Erina's style, for a brother or sister.
