Erika
Erika: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Erika
- A female given name from the Germanic languages or Old Norse.
Etymology
Spelling variant of Erica, the feminine form of Eric, or borrowed directly from modern Scandinavia, ultimately from Old Norse Eiríkr.
How popular is Erika?
Since 1880, 125,664 girls and 548 boys in the U.S. have been named Erika (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #73 in 1989. Its highest rank for boys was #1810 in 1989. In 2025, 213 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Erika
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Erika FAQ
What does the name Erika mean?
A female given name from the Germanic languages or Old Norse. Spelling variant of Erica, the feminine form of Eric, or borrowed directly from modern Scandinavia, ultimately from Old Norse Eiríkr.
What is the origin of the name Erika?
Erika is listed as a name of Germanic languages or Old Norse origin.
How popular is the name Erika?
Since 1880, 125,664 girls and 548 boys in the U.S. have been named Erika (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #73 in 1989. Its highest rank for boys was #1810 in 1989. In 2025, 213 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Erika a boy or girl name?
Erika is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 125,664 girls and 548 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.