Erin

Derived from Eireann and is a poetic name for Ireland. Name's extended position in top 100 from 1971 to 2004 notably fashioned by the popularity of actress Erin Moran of "Happy Days" and character "Erin Walton" from the "The Waltons." Also recently influenced by the 2000 movie, "Erin Brockovich," starring actress Julia Roberts. Name used for both boys and girls, but a more trendy choice for girls, especially when spelled with a "y" or with variations ending in "a" or "ia." , Ireland