Erie
Meaning: A name that glows, carrying inner warmth
Origin: Hebrew
Gender: Girl
Rank in Canada: #4688
Total births: 6
History: From the Great Lake. Erie surged in Ontario in the 2010s. Lake Erie borders Ontario — one of Canada's Great Lakes.
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| Current rank (1927) | #372 |
| Babies named Erie in 1927 | 6 |
| Total recorded in Canada | 6 |
| Peak year | 1927 (6 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #372 |
Frequently asked about Erie
What does the name Erie mean?
Erie means “A name that glows, carrying inner warmth” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Erie?
Erie has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “A name that glows, carrying inner warmth”.
How popular is Erie in Canada?
Erie ranked #372 in Canada in 1927 — given to 6 babies that year.
Is Erie a boy or girl name?
Erie is predominantly a girls' name in Canada — over 90% of Eries in registered births are female.