Erich
EH-rihk
Popularity
#5712
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Norse
Total Births
11,692
Peak Year
#343 in 1971
First Recorded
1894
Style
Strong & Bold, Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
German form of Eric, derived from the Old Norse name Eiríkr, meaning 'eternal ruler' or 'ever powerful'.
Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Erich Maria Remarque
German author of 'All Quiet on the Western Front'.
Erich Fromm
German psychoanalyst and social philosopher.
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