Erica
Erica is derived from the Old Norse name Eiríkr, meaning 'eternal ruler' or 'ever powerful.' It is also the Latin name for the heather plant, giving it a natural, botanical connection.
Current Popularity
#1399 for girls
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Popular in the 1980s and 1990s, giving it a familiar feel
- •Has both strong Norse roots and delicate botanical associations
- •The 'C' spelling is more common in English-speaking countries than 'K'
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Statistics
231,613
Total births since 1880
1986
Peak year
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