Boys name · New Jersey
Eric in New Jersey
Eric was the 316th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 27 babies named Eric that year. Since 1912, New Jersey families have named 27,490 babies Eric.
Popularity over time
Eric in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 | 172nd |
| 1928 | 8 | 243rd |
| 1944 | 50 | 92nd |
| 1960 | 367 | 37th |
| 1977 | 500 | 18th |
| 1993 | 571 | 25th |
| 2009 | 134 | 75th |
| 2025 | 27 | 316th |
Its rank among boys names in New Jersey fell from 172nd in 1912 to 316th in 2025.
The most babies named Eric in New Jersey in a single year was 743, in 1988. Its best showing was 16th among boys names in 1974.
Across the country, Eric reached its best rank of 7th in North Dakota (1976). See Eric in every state →
How popular is Eric in New Jersey?
Eric was the 316th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 27 babies named Eric that year. Since 1912, New Jersey families have named 27,490 babies Eric.
How many babies are named Eric in New Jersey?
In 2025, 27 babies were named Eric in New Jersey. The most babies named Eric in New Jersey in a single year was 743, in 1988.
What is the rank of Eric in New Jersey?
Eric ranked 316th among boys names in New Jersey in 2025. Its best showing was 16th among boys names in 1974.
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.