boy name
Eric
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#273 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Eric in the US, 1880–2025
Eric first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1970, when 23,571 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,256.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Eric a boy or a girl name?
Eric is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Eric?
In 2025, Eric ranked #273 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Eric most popular?
Eric was most popular in 1970, when about 23,571 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.