Erika
e-ri-ka
US Popularity:2352
Origin:Norse
Meaning:forever powerful; sole ruler
Erika is a feminine name of Norse origin. It is the female version of Eric which means "sole ruler" and "forever powerful." Various spellings of Erika exist, including Erica, Ereka, and Ericka. In the gardening world, Erica is also part of the Ericaceae plant family, more commonly known as heather. With this versatile name, baby Erika will forge their own path in life and flourish like the blooms of a scented flower.
Erika Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Erika is currently #1213 on The Bump
Girl:Erika is currently #554 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Erika is currently #2352 in U.S. births
Girl:Erika is currently #900 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#2352
in 2022
- 279
from 2021
Sources
Name Doctor, Erika
Behind the Name, Erika, November 2020
WordSense Dictionary, Erika(https://www.wordsense.eu/Erika/
Behind the Name, Eric, December 2022
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