Erich Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAIR-ik / ˈɛrɪkGerman; Scandinavian
Meaning
German: ruler; Scandinavian: eternal ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Erich is of Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'eri' meaning 'honor' and 'rich' meaning 'ruler'. It has been used in various forms throughout history, particularly in German-speaking countries. The name has also appeared in Scandinavian cultures, where it is associated with nobility and leadership. Erich has been a popular name in medieval times and continues to be used in modern contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Erich has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Erik
- Eryk
International Variants
- Erik (Swedish)
- Éric (French)
- Erico (Italian)
- Eirik (Norwegian)
Famous people named Erich
Erich Fromm was a German social psychologist and philosopher known for his works on humanistic psychology.
Erich Kästner was a German author and poet, famous for his children's literature.
Erich Hartmann was a German fighter pilot during World War II, recognized as one of the most successful aces in history.
Erich Segal was an American author and screenwriter, best known for his novel 'Love Story'.
Fictional characters named Erich
Erich von Stroheim is a character in the film 'Sunset Boulevard', portrayed as a former director.
Erich is a character in the video game series 'Fire Emblem', known for his role in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Erich was first seen in the United States in 1894. Erich has ranked as high as #798 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Erich has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Erich (2016)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1894 | 6 |
1895 | 5 |
1896 | 5 |
1897 | 7 |
1899 | 8 |
1900 | 9 |
1901 | 7 |
1904 | 6 |
1911 | 7 |
1912 | 10 |
1913 | 15 |
1914 | 22 |
1915 | 23 |
1916 | 33 |
1917 | 23 |
1918 | 25 |
1919 | 22 |
1920 | 23 |
1921 | 19 |
1922 | 19 |
1923 | 17 |
1924 | 22 |
1925 | 27 |
1926 | 16 |
1927 | 19 |
1928 | 28 |
1929 | 28 |
1930 | 31 |
1931 | 27 |
1932 | 27 |
1933 | 25 |
1934 | 24 |
1935 | 19 |
1936 | 28 |
1937 | 18 |
1938 | 22 |
1939 | 32 |
1940 | 38 |
1941 | 38 |
1942 | 29 |
1943 | 26 |
1944 | 30 |
1945 | 39 |
1946 | 36 |
1947 | 49 |
1948 | 45 |
1949 | 35 |
1950 | 46 |
1951 | 52 |
1952 | 61 |
1953 | 62 |
1954 | 61 |
1955 | 71 |
1956 | 89 |
1957 | 115 |
1958 | 116 |
1959 | 127 |
1960 | 165 |
1961 | 177 |
1962 | 151 |
1963 | 204 |
1964 | 198 |
1965 | 211 |
1966 | 188 |
1967 | 183 |
1968 | 235 |
1969 | 235 |
1970 | 304 |
1971 | 343 |
1972 | 290 |
1973 | 251 |
1974 | 252 |
1975 | 256 |
1976 | 239 |
1977 | 257 |
1978 | 242 |
1979 | 209 |
1980 | 272 |
1981 | 211 |
1982 | 258 |
1983 | 232 |
1984 | 246 |
1985 | 252 |
1986 | 210 |
1987 | 217 |
1988 | 241 |
1989 | 221 |
1990 | 201 |
1991 | 193 |
1992 | 200 |
1993 | 185 |
1994 | 189 |
1995 | 155 |
1996 | 162 |
1997 | 147 |
1998 | 122 |
1999 | 119 |
2000 | 125 |
2001 | 85 |
2002 | 91 |
2003 | 91 |
2004 | 78 |
2005 | 73 |
2006 | 56 |
2007 | 57 |
2008 | 51 |
2009 | 51 |
2010 | 36 |
2011 | 49 |
2012 | 34 |
2013 | 39 |
2014 | 48 |
2015 | 28 |
2016 | 30 |
2017 | 25 |
2018 | 13 |
2019 | 20 |
2020 | 16 |
2021 | 18 |
2022 | 25 |
2023 | 13 |
2024 | 16 |