Erykah

Erykah: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Erykah

  • A female given name from the Germanic languages, a less common spelling of Erica and Erika.

How popular is Erykah?

6U.S. babies in 2025
#757peak rank (1997)
1,554babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,554 girls in the U.S. have been named Erykah. Its highest rank for girls was #757 in 1997. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

18801920196020002025279 peak/yr
U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Erykah FAQ

What does the name Erykah mean?

A female given name from the Germanic languages, a less common spelling of Erica and Erika.

What is the origin of the name Erykah?

Erykah is listed as a name of Germanic origin.

How popular is the name Erykah?

Since 1880, 1,554 girls in the U.S. have been named Erykah. Its highest rank for girls was #757 in 1997. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Erykah a boy or girl name?

Erykah is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,554 girls and 0 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.