Erek Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEH-rek / ˈɛrɛkOld Norse; Hebrew
Meaning
Old Norse: ruler; Hebrew: God will uplift
Historical & Cultural Background
Erek is derived from the Old Norse name Eiríkr, which means 'ever-ruler.' It has been used in various cultures, including Hebrew, where it conveys a spiritual significance. The name has historical roots in Scandinavian regions and has been carried by notable figures in Norse history.
Trend Summary
Erek has seen limited popularity in the U.S., with occasional usage but no significant trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Erik
- Eiric
International Variants
- Erik (Swedish)
- Eirik (Norwegian)
- Erek (Hungarian)
Famous people named Erek
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Fictional characters named Erek
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Erek was first seen in the United States in 1967. Erek has ranked as high as #1197 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in Texas, Illinois, and California. In the past 5 years the name Erek has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Erek (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 27 |
| 1981 | 17 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 24 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 30 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |