Eryn Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAIR-in / /ˈɛr.ɪn/Irish; Welsh
Meaning
Irish: 'peace'; Welsh: 'from the place of the yew trees'
Historical & Cultural Background
Eryn is a variant of the name Erin, which is derived from the Irish word for Ireland. The name has been used in various forms across cultures, particularly in Celtic regions. In modern times, Eryn has gained popularity as a feminine name in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Eryn has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Erin
- Erynne
International Variants
- Eirinn (Irish)
- Eryn (Welsh)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eryn was first seen in the United States in 1957. Eryn has ranked as high as #1027 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Georgia, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Eryn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Eryn (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 12 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| LA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 19 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1972 | 21 |
| 1973 | 32 |
| 1974 | 46 |
| 1975 | 59 |
| 1976 | 68 |
| 1977 | 75 |
| 1978 | 73 |
| 1979 | 92 |
| 1980 | 80 |
| 1981 | 106 |
| 1982 | 117 |
| 1983 | 105 |
| 1984 | 82 |
| 1985 | 103 |
| 1986 | 124 |
| 1987 | 124 |
| 1988 | 145 |
| 1989 | 149 |
| 1990 | 192 |
| 1991 | 174 |
| 1992 | 174 |
| 1993 | 200 |
| 1994 | 180 |
| 1995 | 230 |
| 1996 | 196 |
| 1997 | 235 |
| 1998 | 226 |
| 1999 | 215 |
| 2000 | 257 |
| 2001 | 248 |
| 2002 | 212 |
| 2003 | 229 |
| 2004 | 222 |
| 2005 | 184 |
| 2006 | 171 |
| 2007 | 201 |
| 2008 | 158 |
| 2009 | 143 |
| 2010 | 157 |
| 2011 | 171 |
| 2012 | 100 |
| 2013 | 131 |
| 2014 | 134 |
| 2015 | 123 |
| 2016 | 116 |
| 2017 | 109 |
| 2018 | 116 |
| 2019 | 84 |
| 2020 | 87 |
| 2021 | 88 |
| 2022 | 61 |
| 2023 | 64 |
| 2024 | 59 |