Irish girl name
Erin Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Erin means ireland. From Irish Éirinn, the dative form of Éire, the Irish name for Ireland.
Erin is a poetic name for Ireland, from the Irish Éirinn, the dative case of Éire. It was used in poetry and song from the eighteenth century, as in Erin go bragh, and later became a given name, especially among the Irish diaspora in North America. The name is short, clear and easy to pronounce, and it carries a direct connection to place. In Ireland it sits comfortably alongside Éabha and Ériu, which come from the same stories.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
How to pronounce Erin
ER·in
Erin has 2 syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable (shown in bold). Say it as written in the respelling, with each capitalised part spoken a little louder.
Variants of Erin
ErinnErynEirinn
A well-known Erin
Erin Brockovich.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Erin mean?
Erin means "ireland". From Irish Éirinn, the dative form of Éire, the Irish name for Ireland.
How do you pronounce Erin?
Erin is pronounced ER-in.
What is the origin of Erin?
Erin is an Irish girl name. In Irish it is written Éirinn.
How many syllables are in Erin?
Erin has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first one.
What are other spellings of Erin?
Other spellings and forms include Erinn, Eryn, Eirinn.