Erin Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Erin Name at a Glance

Name	Erin
Meaning	Poetic name for Ireland. Peace.
Origin	Gaelic
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Erin Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Erin means “Poetic name for Ireland. Peace”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Erin Name Origin

Our database records Erin under Gaelic origin. Browse more Gaelic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Erin a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Erin is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Erin

When considering Erin for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.