Boys name · Illinois
Eric in Illinois
Eric was the 298th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 36 babies named Eric that year. Since 1912, Illinois families have named 48,783 babies Eric.
Popularity over time
Eric in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 | 287th |
| 1928 | 15 | 290th |
| 1944 | 57 | 146th |
| 1960 | 611 | 41st |
| 1977 | 1,250 | 12th |
| 1993 | 829 | 23rd |
| 2009 | 202 | 87th |
| 2025 | 36 | 298th |
Its rank among boys names in Illinois fell from 287th in 1912 to 298th in 2025.
The most babies named Eric in Illinois in a single year was 1,410, in 1971. Its best showing was 12th among boys names in 1972.
Across the country, Eric reached its best rank of 7th in North Dakota (1976). See Eric in every state →
How popular is Eric in Illinois?
Eric was the 298th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 36 babies named Eric that year. Since 1912, Illinois families have named 48,783 babies Eric.
How many babies are named Eric in Illinois?
In 2025, 36 babies were named Eric in Illinois. The most babies named Eric in Illinois in a single year was 1,410, in 1971.
What is the rank of Eric in Illinois?
Eric ranked 298th among boys names in Illinois in 2025. Its best showing was 12th among boys names in 1972.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.