Eric is a unisex name of Scandinavian origins. It has 2
syllables, and has a numerological value of
8,
which implies that a person named Eric is 'money-oriented, decisive, and stern'.
Meaning: 'Honorable ruler'.
Names that share the meaning 'honorable ruler' with Eric include: Erica, and Erik.
Nicknames (add): 'Ric'.
Names that share the nickname 'Ric' with Eric include: Alaric, Patric, Patricia, and Richard.
Similar sounding names to Eric include: Erica, Erich, Erick, Ericka, Erik, Erika, Eris, Eros, Eryk, and Erykah.
Historical Popularity Rankings
Yearly popularity rankings (as measured by births) for Eric in the United States.
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