The nameEricka
Ericka is a girl's name, a variant of Erika. In France it was mostly given in the 1980s.
- Girl's name
- Scandinavian
Meaning
Like Eric, it comes from Old Norse and is often understood as "eternal ruler".
Origin
Scandinavian, through Eric.
History
Found in France since the 1940s, Ericka peaked in the early 1980s, stayed in use until the 2000s, then became rare.
Popularity of the name Ericka
Ericka in France
Ericka was most popular in France in the 1980s, with 435 births over the decade, 32% of all recorded babies named Ericka. Its rise began around 1940, and it peaked in 1985. Half of all babies named Ericka in France were born before 1989, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Ericka in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ericka mean?
Like Eric, it comes from Old Norse and is often understood as "eternal ruler".
What is the origin of the name Ericka?
Scandinavian, through Eric.
Is Ericka a girl's or a boy's name?
Ericka is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Ericka?
Variants and related names of Ericka include Eric and Erika.