Boys name · Massachusetts
Eric in Massachusetts
In 2025, 24 babies born in Massachusetts were named Eric, making it the #249 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 23,869.
Popularity over time
Eric in Massachusetts, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 | #217 |
| 1929 | 7 | #253 |
| 1945 | 55 | #82 |
| 1961 | 319 | #36 |
| 1977 | 528 | #14 |
| 1993 | 391 | #31 |
| 2009 | 71 | #102 |
| 2025 | 24 | #249 |
Eric had its most births in Massachusetts in 1971, when 735 babies were given the name. Eric's highest rank in Massachusetts was #12, set in 1976.
Rank swung between #12 (1976) and #317 (1920) in Massachusetts, from #217 in 1912 to #249 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 Massachusetts?
In 2025, 24 babies born in Massachusetts were named Eric, making it the #249 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 23,869.
How many babies are named Eric in Massachusetts?
In 2025, 24 babies born in Massachusetts were named Eric.
What is the rank of Eric in Massachusetts?
Eric's 2025 rank among boys names in Massachusetts was #249.
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.