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Ericca

Female

« Ericca is an Italian-origin variant of Erica, meaning "eternal ruler" or "ever-ruling," associated with the Greek word for heather. »

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Meaning, origin, history

Ericca is a unique and beautiful name of Italian origin. It is a variant spelling of the more common Italian female name Erica, which means "eternal ruler" or "ever-ruling". This name has been associated with the Greek word "erikós", which means "heather". The name Ericca is not particularly popular, but it does have historical significance. In literature, there was a character named Ericca in the novel "The Last of the Mohicans" by James Fenimore Cooper. The character's full name was Cora Ericca Munro. While Ericca may not be as well-known as other Italian names like Sophia or Isabella, it has its own charm and uniqueness. It is a perfect choice for parents looking for a distinctive name with a strong meaning for their daughter.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Ericca since 1880

Total births
580
Total since 1880
Peak year
1989
34 births
in 2013
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-100%
vs previous 5 years