Erika - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations

Erika

EH-ree-kah'EH-ree-kah'3 syllables
🇩🇪German
Strong

MEANING

Eternal ruler

ORIGIN

Germanic

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Old Norse name Eiríkr, composed of 'ei' (ever, always) and 'ríkr' (ruler).

CULTURAL NOTES

Often associated with strength and leadership in German-speaking countries.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Used in Scandinavia and Germany since the Middle Ages.

🌐Scandinavian
Soft

MEANING

Ever powerful

ORIGIN

Scandinavian

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from Old Norse elements 'ei' meaning 'ever' and 'ríkr' meaning 'ruler'.

CULTURAL NOTES

Commonly used in Scandinavian countries, highlighting noble and royal connotations.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Historically popular in royal families and among nobility.

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