Aerin Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAIR-in / ˈɛərɪnIrish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'ocean' or 'sea'; English: 'air'
Historical & Cultural Background
Aerin is often considered a modern name derived from the Irish word 'Aer', which relates to the sea. It has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the late 20th century. The name is sometimes associated with a sense of nature and tranquility, reflecting its meanings related to water and air.
Trend Summary
Aerin has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States since the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aeryn
- Aerynn
International Variants
- Aerin (English)
- Eirinn (Irish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aerin was first seen in the United States in 1976. Aerin has ranked as high as #1346 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Aerin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aerin (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 40 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 38 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 32 |
| 2008 | 54 |
| 2009 | 32 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 35 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 17 |