Is Eric a popular name?

Eric reached a best rank of #86 in 2008 and has charted in 3 years.

Where does Eric rank now?

Eric does not appear in the top ranks in the most recent data (2025).

It is recorded primarily as a boys' name.

Boys

Best rank #86 (2008) · ranked in 3 years

Eric climbed onto the charts in 2008 and stayed listed for 3 years, topping out at #86 in 2008.

It eased from #86 in 2008 to #95 in 2010.

The latest tally (2025) shows no ranking for Eric in the top spots.

In 2008, 5,377 babies were given the name Eric.

Eric was most popular around 2008, making it characteristic of the 2000s generation.

Emma, Ethan, Elijah stand out as close matches to Eric, tracking a similar sound or popularity window. See how their rankings compare below.

Is Eric a popular name?: Eric reached a best rank of #86 in 2008 and has charted in 3 years.
Where does Eric rank now?: Eric does not appear in the top ranks in the most recent data (2025).
Is Eric a boy or girl name?: It is recorded primarily as a boys' name.
When was Eric most popular?: Eric peaked around 2008.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) - Popular Baby Names (national)