Boys name · New Mexico
Eric in New Mexico
Eric was the 245th most popular boys name in New Mexico in 2025, with 8 babies named Eric that year. Since 1945, New Mexico families have named 5,479 babies Eric.
Popularity over time
Eric in New Mexico, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1945 | 5 | 239th |
| 1957 | 35 | 87th |
| 1969 | 90 | 20th |
| 1980 | 174 | 12th |
| 1991 | 125 | 18th |
| 2002 | 53 | 58th |
| 2014 | 23 | 113th |
| 2025 | 8 | 245th |
Its rank among boys names in New Mexico fell from 239th in 1945 to 245th in 2025.
The most babies named Eric in New Mexico in a single year was 175, in 1987. Its best showing was 11th among boys names in 1987.
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 Mexico?
Eric was the 245th most popular boys name in New Mexico in 2025, with 8 babies named Eric that year. Since 1945, New Mexico families have named 5,479 babies Eric.
How many babies are named Eric in New Mexico?
In 2025, 8 babies were named Eric in New Mexico. The most babies named Eric in New Mexico in a single year was 175, in 1987.
What is the rank of Eric in New Mexico?
Eric ranked 245th among boys names in New Mexico in 2025. Its best showing was 11th among boys names in 1987.
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.