Declining since 1987.
Popularity of Erinn since 1963
Babies named Erinn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 200 |
| 1970s | 815 |
| 1980s | 1,052 |
| 1990s | 874 |
| 2000s | 321 |
| 2010s | 147 |
| 2020s | 9 |
Meaning & origin
Erinn is a modern respelling of Erin, a name that has long been used as a poetic reference to Ireland. Its popularity in the United States followed the broader trend of Irish names, with a peak in 1990, the year it was most frequently given. Since 1987, however, its usage has been steadily declining, and by 2025 it no longer ranks among the top 1000 names. The variant spelling 'Erinn' first appeared in 1963, reflecting a desire for distinctive spellings that became common in the late 20th century. While never reaching the heights of the standard 'Erin', Erinn represents a small but notable branch of the name's family tree.
Erinn is a spelling variant of Erin, which itself derives from the Irish Gaelic word 'Éirinn', a form of 'Éire' meaning 'Ireland'. The name became popular in the English-speaking world as a poetic name for Ireland, especially in the 19th century. Erinn emerged as a modern respelling in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Erin, Rinny
Sibling names for Erinn
Names that share Erinn's style, for a brother or sister.
