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Erika

EH-ri-kah

Popularity

#1142

falling

Letters

5

Syllables

3

Origin

Norse

Total Births

125,990

Peak Year

#4,593 in 1990

First Recorded

1908

Style

Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Derived from the Old Norse name Eiríkr, meaning 'ever ruler' or 'powerful ruler'.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Erika Eleniak

    American actress, known for 'Baywatch'.

  • Erika Harold

    American lawyer, activist, and former Miss America.

Personality Traits

StrongIndependentIntelligentConfident

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