Erich Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Erich Name at a Glance

Name	Erich
Meaning	Variant of Eric: Ruler of the people. Famous Bearer: popular blues guitarist/singer Eric Clapton.
Origin	Norse
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Erich Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Erich means “Variant of Eric: Ruler of the people. Famous Bearer: popular blues guitarist/singer Eric Clapton”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Erich Name Origin

Our database records Erich under Norse origin. Browse more Norse baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Erich a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Erich is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Erich

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