Girl · 4590th of 35,406
Aerin
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
948
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2008
Peak Popularity Year
60
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Aerin stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Aerin has Welsh origins, meaning 'air' or 'sky'. It evolved from earlier forms like 'Aer' and has gained popularity largely due to its use in literature. Aerin is associated with traits of creativity and modernity, and it has no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛərɪn/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
The name Aerin is derived from the Welsh word 'aer', meaning 'air' or 'sky'. It is also associated with 'Aerin', a fictional name in literature, which has contributed to its use.
Meaning
air, sky
Language Evolution
Aer, Aerin
Historical Usage
Aerin gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in fantasy literature and among parents seeking unique names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Aeryn, Erin
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aerin is perceived as a modern and artistic name, often associated with creativity and uniqueness.
Famous People
Aerin Lauder, an American businesswoman and heiress
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 60 peak births in 2008
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 24 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 6 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20187th of 24088 | 11 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11493rd of 19264 | 32 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8234th of 27321 | 133 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4590th of 35406 | 466 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5228th of 30306 | 301 |