Ericka
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Ericka
Ericka is a feminine variation of the name Eric, which has Norse origins meaning "eternal ruler" or "ever powerful." This spelling with a 'k' and ending with an 'a' gives the traditionally male name a feminine touch. Ericka gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, reaching its peak usage in 1977. The name offers the appealing nicknames Eri, Rica, or Ricki. While less common today than during its peak, Ericka continues to be appreciated for its strong meaning combined with a feminine sound. The name has international appeal, with variations appearing in Scandinavian, German, and Eastern European cultures.
Ericka is also given to boys.
Pronounced AIR-ik-uh.
As of October 2026, Ericka ranked #7453 in US births in 1990 SSA, peaked at #4936 in 1970.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | #2,013 | 98 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | #2,363 | 78 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | #2,394 | 78 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | #2,819 | 60 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | #2,759 | 62 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | #3,056 | 53 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | #2,859 | 57 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | #3,695 | 41 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | #3,553 | 44 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | #3,927 | 38 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | #3,896 | 38 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | #2,624 | 66 |
Ericka on lists
Famous Erickas
- Ericka DunlapGirl
Miss America 2004
- Ericka HunterGirl
Canadian singer and actress
- Ericka BeckmanGirl
American filmmaker
Ericka in pop culture
- Ericka Van HelsingGirl
antagonist and love interest to Dracula in Sony's "Hotel Transylvania 3"