Erique Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationeh-REEK / ɛˈrikSpanish; French
Meaning
Spanish: ruler; French: derived from the name Henri, meaning 'home ruler'
Historical & Cultural Background
Erique is a variant of the name Enrique, which is common in Spanish-speaking countries. It is derived from the Germanic name Heinrich, meaning 'home ruler'. The name has been borne by various historical figures, particularly in Spain and Latin America. It reflects a blend of cultural influences, particularly from the Iberian Peninsula.
Trend Summary
Erique is less common in the U.S. but shares popularity with its variant Enrique.
Similar Names
Variants
- Enrique
International Variants
- Henri (French)
- Heinrich (German)
- Enrico (Italian)
Famous people named Erique
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Fictional characters named Erique
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Erique was first seen in the United States in 1976. Erique has ranked as high as #1221 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Erique has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Erique
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 |