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Eric: Popularity
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200th+ most popular boys name in the UK
123 recorded births
in 2008
User rating:
( 3.43 from 42 votes )
Additional information about the name Eric:
The name Eric is of Old Norse origin, and from the words 'ei' and 'rikr', its meaning is 'eternal ruler'. As a given name, Eric arrived on British shores over 1,000 years ago before the Norman Conquest of Britain. In modern times, Eric made its mark in the early 19th century. More recently, famous bearers include musician Eric Clapton and footballer Eric Cantona.
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