Erica Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAIR-ih-kuh / ˈɛrɪkəOld Norse; Scandinavian
Meaning
eternal ruler; ever powerful
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Erica has roots in Old Norse, derived from the name Eiríkr. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Scandinavian countries. While traditionally a feminine name, it has been adopted for boys in some contexts. The name has seen varying popularity over the years.
Trend Summary
The name Erica has fluctuated in popularity, with a notable rise in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Erik
- Ericka
International Variants
- Éric (French)
- Erik (Swedish)
- Erico (Italian)
Famous people named Erica
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Erica was first seen in the United States in 1968. Erica has ranked as high as #1128 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, District of Columbia, New York, Illinois, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Erica has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Erica (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 21 |
| 1972 | 25 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 25 |
| 1975 | 31 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1977 | 30 |
| 1978 | 37 |
| 1979 | 38 |
| 1980 | 36 |
| 1981 | 35 |
| 1982 | 50 |
| 1983 | 54 |
| 1984 | 55 |
| 1985 | 61 |
| 1986 | 59 |
| 1987 | 51 |
| 1988 | 54 |
| 1989 | 68 |
| 1990 | 47 |
| 1991 | 40 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 6 |