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Eric

"Ever powerful or eternal ruler, symbolizing strength."

Ranked #251 for boys

About the Name Eric

Meaning

Ever powerful or eternal ruler, symbolizing strength.

Gender

Boy

First Letter

E

Boy Rank

#251

Eric is a boy name of Norse/Scandinavian origin. The name means "Ever powerful or eternal ruler, symbolizing strength." and Currently ranked #251 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with E or explore other Norse/Scandinavian names.

Popularity Over Time

#53446
1950
#152872
1960
#212838
1970
#205723
1980
#135706
1990
#69625
2000
#31571
2010
#8212
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Eric

  • EC Eric Clapton (musician)
  • ER Eric Roberts (actor)

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Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
4
Starts with
E
Origin
Norse/Scandinavian

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