Holding steady.
Popularity of Enrica since 1931
Babies named Enrica per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 8 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 7 |
| 1960s | 20 |
| 1970s | 37 |
| 1980s | 35 |
| 1990s | 19 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Enrica is an Italian feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1931, its peak year. It has never ranked among the top 1000 names, reflecting its rarity. The name is derived from the Italian Enrico, equivalent to Henry, meaning 'home ruler.' Despite its long history in Italy, Enrica remains uncommon in the United States, with a stable usage pattern over the decades. Its unfamiliarity may appeal to parents seeking a distinct name with European roots.
Enrica is the Italian feminine form of Enrico, which derives from the Germanic name Heimrich, composed of elements 'heim' (home) and 'ric' (ruler, power). It entered Italian through the Latinized form Henricus. The name has been used in Italy since the medieval period but is relatively rare compared to its masculine counterpart.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Enri, Rica, Checca
Sibling names for Enrica
Names that share Enrica's style, for a brother or sister.
