Ericka
Ericka is a girl's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Always ruler or sole ruler.
Origin and history
Ericka is a feminine variant of the Old Norse name Eric, derived from elements meaning 'ever' or 'always' and 'ruler'. It emerged as a popular spelling alternative to Erika in the United States during the late 20th century. Though its usage has declined recently, it remains a recognized classical variant.
Popularity in the United States
23,420 babies in the United States have been named Ericka since 1880. It ranks #953 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1817.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.2 %)
- TX (9.8 %)
- IL (7.3 %)
- NY (6.7 %)
- FL (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 41 |
| 1950-1960 | 155 |
| 1960-1970 | 995 |
| 1970-1980 | 6,731 |
| 1980-1990 | 6,223 |
| 1990-2000 | 5,432 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,632 |
| 2010-2019 | 927 |
| 2020-2029 | 284 |
Famous people named Ericka
- Ericka Dunlap: Beauty Queen, Public Speaker
- Ericka Huggins: Activist, Educator
Nicknames
Eri, Ricky, Ricki
Fun facts
- Ericka adds a 'c' to the traditional Nordic and Germanic spelling Erika, a trend that gained traction in the U.S. in the 1970s and 1980s.
- It derives from the Old Norse name Eírekr, which was borne by several historical Scandinavian kings.