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Erich

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Erich is a boy's name of Old Norse origin meaning "Variant of Eric, derived from Eíríkr, meaning eternal ruler.". It is pronounced ER-ik. Today it is a popular name (popularity 85/100).

Old Norse origin · /ER-ik/ · classic

Meaning: Variant of Eric, derived from Eíríkr, meaning eternal ruler.

Popularity 85/1002 syllablesPeaked 1971→ Stable

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Most popular in the 1970s.

Today, Erich is a popular, familiar name (popularity 85/100).

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Frequently asked questions about Erich

What does Erich mean?

Erich means "Variant of Eric, derived from Eíríkr, meaning eternal ruler.". It is of Old Norse origin.

Is Erich a boy or girl name?

Erich is traditionally a boy's name.

How popular is Erich?

Erich is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 85/100. It was most popular in the 1970s.

How is Erich pronounced?

Erich is pronounced ER-ik.

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