Erika
Swedish · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Erika
The given name 'Erika' means "eternal ruler" or "ever-powerful" and is derived from the Old Norse name 'Eiríkr', which is composed of 'ei' (ever) and 'ríkr' (ruler).
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Etymology
The given name 'Erika' means "eternal ruler" or "ever-powerful" and is derived from the Old Norse name 'Eiríkr', which is composed of 'ei' (ever) and 'ríkr' (ruler).
The name 'Erika' is commonly used in European cultures, particularly in Scandinavian and Germanic countries, and has been popularized in various forms throughout history, including as a variant of the name Eric, which was borne by several Viking kings and saints.
Erika currently ranks #1,109 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1990.
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