Declining since 1997.
Popularity of Jeric since 1976
Babies named Jeric per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 30 |
| 1980s | 69 |
| 1990s | 157 |
| 2000s | 203 |
| 2010s | 111 |
| 2020s | 27 |
Meaning & origin
Jeric is a modern American name first recorded in 1976, representing a wave of inventive baby naming in the late 20th century. Its popularity peaked in 2000, but has since been falling, with a trajectory downward since 1997. Though it has never broken into the top 1000, its sound fits alongside names like Derek and Eric. The name's exact origin is debated: it may be a blend of Jerome and Eric, or a clipped form of Jericho. Its rare use makes it a distinctive choice.
Jeric is a modern name that first appeared in the United States in the 1970s. It may have been formed by blending popular names like Jerome and Eric, or as a shortened form of the biblical place name Jericho. Since its emergence, it has remained uncommon, with a peak in usage around the year 2000.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jer, J
Sibling names for Jeric
Names that share Jeric's style, for a brother or sister.
