Eric sits comfortably in the UK charts at #162 in 2024 — recognisable but not overwhelming. Your child may occasionally share their name.
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UK Rank 2024
#162
US Rank #251
About the Name Eric
Eric is gradually declining in popularity, having dropped 33 places over five years. Its high point was #124 in 2018, and it now sits at #162. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.
Eric is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
In the US it sits at #251 — notably more popular in the UK than across the Atlantic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Eric
Unlikely. With around 308 UK babies named Eric per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Eric in his class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Eric has been declining in UK popularity, dropping 33 places in the last five years. Its peak was #124 in 2018. Choosing it now means he is likely to be among the last of his generation with this name.
Eric is more popular in the UK (#162) than in the US (#251). Names with strong rankings in both countries tend to have broad cross-cultural appeal, working well for international families or those with ties to both nations.
308
UK babies named Eric (2024)
~0.0
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
~0.2
In a school of 600
↓ 33 places
Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Eric
Likely around 1 other Eric in the class
UK Popularity (1996–2024)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2020–2024)
Rank · SSA official data
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