Eirik Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAY-rik / ˈeɪrɪkOld Norse; Scandinavian
Meaning
Ever ruler; eternal ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
Eirik is a name of Old Norse origin, commonly used in Scandinavia. It has historical significance, being borne by several kings and notable figures in Viking history. The name reflects the cultural heritage of the Norse people and their influence on European history. Variants of the name can be found across various Scandinavian countries.
Trend Summary
Eirik has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Eirikur
- Erik
- Eryck
International Variants
- Erik (Swedish)
- Eirikur (Icelandic)
- Eero (Finnish)
Famous people named Eirik
Eirik Raude was a Norse explorer known for discovering Greenland.
Eirik the Red was a Viking chieftain and the father of Leif Erikson.
Eirik Magnusson was a notable figure in the history of Norway.
Eirik S. H. H. was a contemporary Norwegian politician.
Fictional characters named Eirik
Eirik is a character in the video game series 'Assassin's Creed' known for his Viking heritage.
Eirik is a character in the TV series 'Vikings' portrayed as a warrior.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eirik was first seen in the United States in 1963. Eirik has ranked as high as #1369 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Eirik has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Eirik (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 15 |