Find out how popular the first name Yerin has been for the last 16 years (from 2002 to 2017) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yerin by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Yerin is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2017, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Yerin.

The history of the first name Yerin

The name Yerin originates from the Korean language and culture. It is a relatively modern name that emerged in the 20th century, likely derived from the Korean word "ye," meaning "beautiful," and "rin," meaning "jade" or "precious stone." The name Yerin can be translated to mean "beautiful jade" or "precious beauty."

While the name itself does not have a long historical legacy, its components can be traced back to ancient Korean literature and poetry, where jade was often used as a metaphor for beauty, purity, and nobility. However, there are no known significant historical figures or religious texts that specifically mention the name Yerin.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Yerin appeared in South Korean birth records from the late 20th century. As a relatively modern name, there are not many notable historical figures who bore this name. However, here are a few individuals with the first name Yerin:

1. Yerin Baek (born 1992), a South Korean singer and songwriter.
2. Yerin Ha (born 1995), a South Korean actress and model.
3. Yerin Kim (born 1994), a South Korean singer and member of the K-pop girl group GFriend.
4. Yerin Lee (born 1992), a South Korean actress and model.
5. Yerin Yoon (born 1996), a South Korean singer and member of the K-pop girl group Everglow.

These individuals have gained recognition in the entertainment and music industries in South Korea, but their fame and impact are primarily limited to the modern era.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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