Erin
Meaning: Ireland, from Ireland, peace
Origin: Irish
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #89
Total births: 6,331
History: Erin surged in the 1990s in Australia. The name means Ireland — reflecting Australia's strong Irish heritage. The Irish-Australian community has shaped everything from politics to pubs to the national character. Erin means the Irish heart beating inside Australian culture.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2011) | #81 |
| Babies named Erin in 2011 | 86 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 6,331 |
| Peak year | 1984 (462 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #11 |
| Years in records | 1977–2011 (32 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 3 spots |
Frequently asked about Erin
What does the name Erin mean?
Erin means “Ireland, from Ireland, peace” from Irish roots.
What is the origin of the name Erin?
Erin has Irish origin. The traditional meaning is “Ireland, from Ireland, peace”.
How popular is Erin in Australia?
Erin ranked #81 in Australia in 2011 — given to 86 babies that year.
When was Erin most popular?
Erin peaked in 1984 with 462 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Erin a boy or girl name?
Erin is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Erins in registered births are female.
How long has Erin been recorded in Australia?
Erin appears in birth records in Australia across 32 years — from 1977 through 2011.