Ericca

Meaning & origin

Ericca is a feminine variant of the classic name Eric, sharing the Old Norse meaning of 'eternal ruler.' Although it first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1966, it never reached a rank in the top 1000 names. The name's peak year was 1989, when it was most frequently given among the few annual occurrences that have kept it on the Social Security list. In the decade of the 1980s, Ericca saw its highest usage, but since then it has remained stable at a very low frequency of fewer than 5 births per year, making it a rare and distinctive choice. Its popularity has never reached 1 in a given number of births, indicating its uncommon status. The name has not been recorded in any top states, showing its scattered use across the country. While Ericca shares its roots with the more common Erica and Erika, it offers a slightly different spelling that may appeal to parents seeking a less conventional form.

Ericca is a feminine variant of Eric, which derives from the Old Norse name Eiríkr, composed of ei (ever, always) and ríkr (ruler). The name Eric has been borne by several Scandinavian kings and saints. The feminine form Ericca, along with Erica and Erika, became popular in English-speaking countries in the 20th century.