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Erlin

♂ Boy

Pronounced er-LEEN /ɛrˈlin/Medium

Meaning: Latino name linked to Norse Erling, 'descendant of the jarl (nobleman)'; also a modern coinage; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Noble-rooted and modern: Erlin echoes Norse Erling, 'son of the nobleman' — and rides the soft -in sound. Crisp, fresh, and warm in Latino naming.
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Origin LowNorse, Spanish
MeaningLatino name linked to Norse Erling, 'descendant of the jarl (nobleman)'; also a modern coinage; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#5089 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births19 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 362

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419162025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Erlin is a Latino name linked to Norse Erling, 'descendant of the jarl/nobleman', and also reads as a modern -in coinage (routes layered, which we flag). It's especially common in Central America.

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, nobleman in echo, and modern.

Did you know? Erlin echoes Norse Erling, 'descendant of the jarl (nobleman/earl)' — the same root as footballer Erling Haaland; it's popular in Central American naming.
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Erling — routes layered

Variations

ErlingErlynErlind

Nicknames

Erli

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If you like Erlin…

Erling— the Norse name it echoes
Erwin— a fellow Er- name
Edwin— a companion -win name
Kevin— another -vin name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Erlin mean?

Erlin echoes Norse Erling, 'son of the nobleman', and a modern -in sound; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Erlin?

It's said er-LEEN /ɛrˈlin/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Erlin a boy or girl name?

Erlin is a boy's name.

How popular is Erlin?

Erlin is a rare name in the U.S.

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