Boys name · South Carolina
Eric in South Carolina
Eric was the 258th most popular boys name in South Carolina in 2025, with 22 babies named Eric that year. Since 1941, South Carolina families have named 8,533 babies Eric.
Popularity over time
Eric in South Carolina, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1941 | 5 | 376th |
| 1954 | 30 | 171st |
| 1966 | 161 | 33rd |
| 1978 | 194 | 21st |
| 1989 | 158 | 33rd |
| 2001 | 89 | 49th |
| 2013 | 32 | 162nd |
| 2025 | 22 | 258th |
Its rank among boys names in South Carolina climbed from 376th in 1941 to 258th in 2025.
The most babies named Eric in South Carolina in a single year was 283, in 1973. Its best showing was 12th among boys names in 1973.
Across the country, Eric reached its best rank of 7th in North Dakota (1976). See Eric in every state →
How popular is Eric in South Carolina?
Eric was the 258th most popular boys name in South Carolina in 2025, with 22 babies named Eric that year. Since 1941, South Carolina families have named 8,533 babies Eric.
How many babies are named Eric in South Carolina?
In 2025, 22 babies were named Eric in South Carolina. The most babies named Eric in South Carolina in a single year was 283, in 1973.
What is the rank of Eric in South Carolina?
Eric ranked 258th among boys names in South Carolina in 2025. Its best showing was 12th among boys names in 1973.
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.