UK girl's name
Ecrin
A name of Turkish origin meaning "jewelry case" or "jewel box".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ecrin is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Ecrin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2504, with 10 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 15 births.
This profile covers 123 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 2008 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 67% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 122 living people in the UK are called Ecrin. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ecrin ranked #2504 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 10 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 15 girls were registered as Ecrin.
- • About 122 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ecrin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2504
2023
Births in 2023
10
Latest year
Peak year
2010
15 births
Estimated living
122
2026
Meaning
What does Ecrin mean?
The given name Ecrin has its origins in the French language. It is believed to have derived from the Old French word "escrin," meaning a small box or casket, often used to store precious items such as jewelry or relics. The name's etymology can be traced back to the Latin word "scrinium," which also refers to a case or box.
Ecrin was initially used as a feminine name, and its earliest recorded use dates back to the 17th century in France. It gained popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries among the French aristocracy and upper-class families, who often chose names with elegant and refined connotations.
One of the earliest known historical references to the name Ecrin can be found in the French novel "La Duchesse de Langeais" by Honoré de Balzac, published in 1834. In the novel, the character Ecrin is mentioned as a young woman of noble birth.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Ecrin. One of the earliest recorded was Ecrin de Montpellier (1625-1693), a French noblewoman and courtier who served as a lady-in-waiting to Queen Marie Thérèse of France.
Another prominent figure was Ecrin Delacroix (1798-1863), a French painter and a leading figure in the Romantic movement. Her works, known for their vibrant colors and expressive brushwork, are displayed in prestigious museums worldwide.
In the realm of literature, Ecrin Dumont (1832-1901) was a French novelist and playwright who gained recognition for her works exploring the complexities of human relationships and societal norms.
Ecrin Lefevre (1901-1982) was a renowned French archaeologist and historian, known for her groundbreaking research on ancient civilizations in the Mediterranean region.
Lastly, Ecrin Beaumont (1927-2015) was a celebrated French fashion designer who established her eponymous label and was celebrated for her elegant and timeless creations.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Ecrin, a name steeped in French heritage and associated with refinement, elegance, and a connection to the arts and culture.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Ecrin over time
The chart below shows babies named Ecrin registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2008 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Ecrin, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 10 births in 2023, compared with 15 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ecrin by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ecrin was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3146 | 30 | 4 |
| 2010s | #3262 | 79 | 10 |
| 2000s | #3198 | 14 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Ecrin
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- Ella 69,101
- Ellie 63,522
- Evie 52,944
- Emma 50,755
- Eleanor 40,576
- Elizabeth 39,225
- Erin 34,816
- Eva 29,738
- Evelyn 26,911
- Elsie 23,671
- Emilia 22,167
FAQ
Ecrin: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ecrin in the UK right now?
In 2023, Ecrin was ranked #2504 for girls in England and Wales, with 10 births registered.
When was Ecrin most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 15 babies registered as Ecrin in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ecrin?
A name of Turkish origin meaning "jewelry case" or "jewel box".
How many people are called Ecrin in the UK?
A total of 123 babies have been registered as Ecrin across the 16 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.