Eric

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Meaning
Ruler, Eternal ruler
Pronunciation
AIR-ik
EH-reek(Spanish)
EH-rik(Swedish, German)
EHR-ik(English)
Popularity
The name Eric is quite popular throughout the world, with varying degrees of popularity in different countries. In the United States, the name Eric was most popular in the 1970s and 1980s, but has decreased in popularity in recent years. It is currently ranked as the 173rd most popular name for boys in the United States.

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Eric Name meanings & History

Ruler, Eternal ruler. The name Eric is typically used as a boy's name. It is a popular choice for parents who are looking for a name that is classic and timeless.

Zodiac Sign of Eric: Expressive Gemini

Synonyms of Eric:

E: Expressive,Environment,Exaggerate,Enliven,Entertain,Enlighten

R: Rational,Restless,Resourceful,Reason

I: Intimate,Indulgence,Involved

C: Copycat,Choice,Chatty,Candid,Curious,Clever,Cute

Eric is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Formal name
  • a Mature name
  • a Refined name
  • a Serious name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strong name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Famous people with the name Eric include Eric Clapton (English rock musician), Eric Idle (English comedian and actor), Eric Johnson (American guitarist), and Eric Bana (Australian actor).

2.) Eric (Male)

Usage: Norse

Meanings: Eternal ruler

Other Forms: Erick, Erik, Eryk


3.) ERIC (Male)

Usage: French

Meanings: Derived from the Old Norse Eirikr (eternal ruler), a compound name composed of the elements ei (ever, always) and rikr (ruler). (ER-IK)


4.) ERIC (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: Derived from the Old Norse Eirikr (eternal ruler), a compound name composed of the elements ei (ever, always) and rikr (ruler). The name was introduced to England before the Norman Conquest by Viking invaders and subsequent Scandinavian settlers. (ERR-ik)


5.) Eric (Male)

Usage: Scandinavian

Meanings: (Scandinavian) powerful leader

Other Forms: Ehrick, Erek, Erick, Eryke


6.) ERIC (Male)

Usage: Scottish

Meanings: Derived from the Old Norse Eirikr, a compound name composed of the elements ei (ever, always) and rikr (ruler). The name was introduced to the British Isles before the Norman Conquest by Viking invaders and subsequent Scandinavian settlers. (ERR-IK)


7.) Eric (Male)

Usage:

Meanings: (Scandinavian) ruler of all. (English) brave ruler. (German) a short form of Frederick. History: Eric the Red was a Norwegian explorer who founded Greenland’s first colony.

Other Forms: Aric, Ehric, Éric, Erica, Ericc, Erico, Erric, Rick


8.) ERIC (Male)

Usage: American

Meanings: Derived from the Old Norse Eirikr, a compounding of the elements ei (ever, always) and rikr (ruler): hence, “eternal ruler.” Var: Erick, Erik, Irricc. (ERR-RIK)


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