Eric
Eric is a name of Old Norse origin meaning 'eternal ruler' or 'ever powerful,' derived from the elements 'ei' (ever) and 'ríkr' (ruler). It was borne by several Scandinavian kings and spread throughout Europe, becoming particularly popular in English-speaking countries.
Current Popularity
#251 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Simple to spell and pronounce across many languages
- •Can be spelled 'Eric' or 'Erik' - both versions are widely accepted
- •Strong royal heritage with several Viking kings bearing this name
- •Ages well from childhood through adulthood
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Eric Clapton
Legendary guitarist and singer-songwriter
Eric Carle
Beloved children's book author and illustrator
Eric Bana
Australian actor
Eric Schmidt
Former CEO of Google
Statistics
887,636
Total births since 1880
1970
Peak year
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