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Eri Unisex

Popularity: #902 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationEH-ree / ˈɛɹi

Japanese; Hebrew

Meaning

Japanese: blessed; Hebrew: my light

Historical & Cultural Background

In Japanese culture, Eri can be associated with various meanings depending on the kanji used. It is a relatively modern name that has gained popularity in recent decades. In Hebrew, Eri is less common but carries a significant meaning related to light and guidance. The name is often chosen for its positive connotations.

Trend Summary

Eri has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Erin
  • Ery

International Variants

  • Eri (Japanese)
  • Eri (Hebrew)

Famous people named Eri

Fictional characters named Eri

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Eri was first seen in the United States in 1972. Eri has ranked as high as #1312 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Eri has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Eri (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 11
69%
CA 5
31%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19725
19765
19798
19808
19819
19826
19837
19857
198614
198712
198813
198914
199015
199110
199224
199310
199414
19958
19966
199711
19985
19999
20006
20027
20086
20106
201110
201210
20135
20147
201511
20165
20185
20195
202014
202130
202247
202335
202448