Eric
Boy NameNorse
Meaning
Eternal ruler
Origin
Norse
Peak Year
1972
Peak Popularity
1.32%
Popularity Over Time
1880
0.01%
1890
0.01%
1900
0.01%
1910
0.02%
1920
0.02%
1930
0.02%
1940
0.04%
1950
0.17%
1960
0.49%
1970
1.24%
1980
1.22%
1990
0.90%
2000
0.44%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Eric mean?
Eric means "Eternal ruler" and comes from Norse origin.
When was Eric most popular?
Eric was most popular in 1972 when 1.32% of babies were given this name.
Is Eric a boy or girl name?
Eric is primarily used as a boy name.