Yerin

“Yerin is a popular name in South Korea” — Associated with a gentle and artistic personality

Korea origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1136US 2023

1.1kBirths / yr

→Stable

32All-time births

📅 Since 200200

How to pronounce Yerin

YER·in

/ˈjɝ.ɪn/ · stress on YER · 2 syllables

“Yerin is a popular name in South Korea”

Associated with a gentle and artistic personality · Korea origin

What does Yerin mean and where does it come from?

Yerin is a popular name in South Korea. While it can be created with different hanja (Chinese characters used in Korean), it is commonly associated with a gentle and artistic personality. The name's popularity has risen due to its soft sound and positive connotations.

Cultural significance

Yerin has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Korea-speaking communities, where it reflects values of korean.

Peak popularity

Reached #15086 in 2007 — currently #1136 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yerin?

Yerin works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Yerin Grace

How popular is Yerin right now?

Holding steady — currently #1136 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#1136 · Top 0.84%

2005

2010

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1136	1,064	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1141	1,044	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1146	1,014	▲ up 17473 · +20180% births
2010	#18619	5	▼ down 226
2005	#18393	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yerin

Best Year2023Rank #1136

Peak Count1,064

Average Rank#8087

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20235 years

The story of Yerin

Yerin is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 32 total births recorded, Yerin remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #18393 in 2005 to #1136 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yerin in 2007:

Emily Isabella Emma Ava Madison

💎Yerin has only 32 total recorded births since 2002 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yerin?

Common

YerYerieYery

What names sound and feel like Yerin?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Yerin also consider these

Yerlin

Spanish · possibly derived from

Yeri

Korea · Korean

Kerin

Ireland · little dark one

Jerin

India · a divine gift

American · A beloved name

Common questions about the name Yerin

What does the name Yerin mean?

Yerin means "Korean" — a name rooted in Korea tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Yerin?

Yerin is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Yerin?

Yerin originates from Korea tradition. Korea names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Yerin?

Yerin is a two-syllable name pronounced Y ER1 IH0 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Yerin a common or rare name?

Yerin is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.