Boy · 192nd of 24,088
Erick
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
78,993
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2007
Peak Popularity Year
2,437
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Erick stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Erick is an Old Norse name meaning 'eternal ruler', derived from the elements 'ei' and 'ríkr'. It evolved through various forms such as Eiríkr and Eric before becoming Erick in modern English. The name is associated with leadership and strength, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in Scandinavia during the Viking Age and has remained a classic choice in contemporary naming.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛrɪk/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Erick derives from the Old Norse name 'Eiríkr', which is composed of the elements 'ei' meaning 'ever' or 'always' and 'ríkr' meaning 'ruler' or 'king'.
Meaning
eternal ruler
Language Evolution
Eiríkr (Old Norse), Erik (Old Swedish), Eric (Middle English), Erick (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Erick gained popularity in Scandinavia during the Viking Age and became common throughout Europe during the Middle Ages, particularly in England and Germany.
Variants & Derivatives
Eric, Erik, Eryk, Aric
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Erick is often perceived as a strong and classic name, maintaining a steady popularity in various cultures, particularly in Western countries.
Famous People
Erick Thohir - Indonesian businessman and politician, Erick B. - American musician, Erick Lindgren - American poker player
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,437 peak births in 2007
Geographic Spread
Popular across 49 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 12 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 11 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1737th of 7545 | 310 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1582nd of 6773 | 359 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 682nd of 7552 | 2,217 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 302nd of 10718 | 10,406 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 231st of 16616 | 18,819 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 192nd of 24088 | 31,292 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 279th of 23106 | 15,099 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6884th of 19264 | 101 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6346th of 27321 | 197 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12233rd of 35406 | 114 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |