Erich
Erich is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Ever ruler or eternal ruler.
Origin and history
Erich is the German form of the Old Norse name Eric, derived from elements meaning 'ever' or 'always' and 'ruler'. It has a long history of traditional use in German-speaking countries. In the United States, it has been used consistently as a masculine name, though it remains relatively uncommon.
Popularity in the United States
11,674 babies in the United States have been named Erich since 1880. It ranks #1094 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1824.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.7 %)
- NY (14 %)
- IL (9.2 %)
- PA (7.5 %)
- OH (7.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 31 |
| 1900-1910 | 22 |
| 1910-1920 | 180 |
| 1920-1930 | 218 |
| 1930-1940 | 253 |
| 1940-1950 | 365 |
| 1950-1960 | 800 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,946 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,643 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,360 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,673 |
| 2000-2010 | 758 |
| 2010-2019 | 322 |
| 2020-2029 | 103 |
Famous people named Erich
- Erich Maria Remarque: Author, Novelist
- Erich Von Stroheim: Director, Actor
- Erich Fromm: Psychoanalyst, Philosopher
Nicknames
Rick, Ricky
Fun facts
- Erich is the standard spelling of Eric in German-speaking European regions.
- Famous historical figures bearing the name include German author Erich Maria Remarque, best known for 'All Quiet on the Western Front'.