Boys name · Iowa
Eric in Iowa
In 2025, 10 babies born in Iowa were named Eric, making it the #354 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1940, add up to 11,094.
Popularity over time
Eric in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1940 | 7 | #257 |
| 1952 | 44 | #109 |
| 1964 | 185 | #37 |
| 1976 | 368 | #11 |
| 1988 | 221 | #21 |
| 2000 | 69 | #71 |
| 2012 | 21 | #197 |
| 2025 | 10 | #354 |
Eric had its most births in Iowa in 1980, when 418 babies were given the name. Eric's highest rank in Iowa was #10, set in 1975.
Rank swung between #10 (1975) and #381 (2019) in Iowa, from #257 in 1940 to #354 in 2025.
Nationally, Eric's strongest state was North Dakota, where it hit #7 in 1976. See Eric in every state →
How popular is Eric in Iowa?
In 2025, 10 babies born in Iowa were named Eric, making it the #354 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1940, add up to 11,094.
How many babies are named Eric in Iowa?
Iowa recorded 10 births of babies named Eric in 2025.
What is the rank of Eric in Iowa?
Eric ranked #354 among boys names in Iowa in 2025.
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.