Boys name · Washington
Eric in Washington
Eric was the 202nd most popular boys name in Washington in 2025, with 41 babies named Eric that year. Since 1922, Washington families have named 15,978 babies Eric.
Popularity over time
Eric in Washington, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1922 | 5 | 221st |
| 1944 | 29 | 120th |
| 1958 | 169 | 44th |
| 1971 | 424 | 13th |
| 1985 | 364 | 24th |
| 1998 | 162 | 53rd |
| 2012 | 87 | 106th |
| 2025 | 41 | 202nd |
Its rank among boys names in Washington climbed from 221st in 1922 to 202nd in 2025.
The most babies named Eric in Washington in a single year was 434, in 1970. Its best showing was 13th among boys names in 1971.
Across the country, Eric reached its best rank of 7th in North Dakota (1976). See Eric in every state →
How popular is Eric in Washington?
Eric was the 202nd most popular boys name in Washington in 2025, with 41 babies named Eric that year. Since 1922, Washington families have named 15,978 babies Eric.
How many babies are named Eric in Washington?
In 2025, 41 babies were named Eric in Washington. The most babies named Eric in Washington in a single year was 434, in 1970.
What is the rank of Eric in Washington?
Eric ranked 202nd among boys names in Washington in 2025. Its best showing was 13th among boys names in 1971.
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.