Eric: Name day

Name day

Eric's name day is celebrated on May 17 in Spain and on May 18 in both France and the USA.

Name background

Eric is a name of Norse origin, meaning "eternal ruler," carrying a strong and kingly essence. Its widespread use across many cultures reflects its enduring appeal and powerful connotations. The name Eric typically evokes a sense of reliability, leadership, and a grounded, stable personality, often perceived as strong yet approachable. Predominantly a masculine name, Eric has been carried by historical figures and continues to be a popular choice for boys globally. Its sound is somewhat classic, offering a balanced blend of gravitas and familiarity.

Name Day List: Eric

Country	Day	Month	Names
Spain	17	May	Eric, Erica, Pascual
France	18	May	Eric
USA	18	May	Aric, Eric, Erica, Erich, Erick, Ericka, Erik, Erika, Perry

Name Day List - similar names (Eric)

Country	Day	Month	Names
Italy	28	January	Angela Merici
Spain	1	March	Federico, Rosendo, Eudoxia, Eudoxio
USA	13	March	Rod, Rodd, Roderica, Roderick, Rodney, Rodrigo, Rory, Solomon
Greece	10	April	Eteoklis, Hercules, Homer, Timothy, Dionisis, Pericles, Sofocles
Austria	18	May	Erich, Erika, Felix, Johannes
Estonia	18	May	Eerik, Erik, Erich, Eeri, Eero, Ergo, Ergi, Erko, Erki
USA	27	May	Broderick, Brodie, Brody, Isador, Isadora, Isadore, Isidro
USA	1	July	Aaron, Aron, Arron, Derek, Derica, Derick, Derik, Derrick, Derris, Derry, Dirk, Inga, Ingrid, Theodoric
USA	4	July	America, Calvert, Calverta, Calvin, Calvina, Kalvin
France	18	July	Frédéric
Italy	18	July	Federico
Spain	18	July	Emiliano, Federico, Luz
USA	18	July	Fred, Freda, Freddie, Freddy, Frederica, Frederick, Frederico, Fredrick, Fredy
France	29	August	Médéric, Sabine
Croatia	6	October	Bruno, Fides, Verica, Vjera
France	4	November	Aymeric, Charles, Jessé
Austria	5	November	Bernhard, Berthild, Emmerich
Croatia	20	December	Petar Kanizije, Perica