Jerica Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jerica is a modern American name that derives from the Scandinavian name Erica, meaning 'eternal ruler' or 'ever powerful'. It evolved from historical forms such as Eirík and Eirikr. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is seen as trendy today. Jerica has no biblical relevance but is associated with strength and leadership.
The name Jerica is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jerica has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jerica' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4533rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1042nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2774th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9007th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jerica' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jerica"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛrɪkə/
Origin
American
Etymology
The name Jerica is a modern American name that is derived from the name Erica, which is of Scandinavian origin and means 'eternal ruler' or 'ever powerful'.
Meaning
eternal ruler, ever powerful
Language Evolution
Erica, Eirík, Eirikr
Historical Usage
Jerica began to gain popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and modern name choice in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Erica, Jerrica, Jeri
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jerica is perceived as a trendy and contemporary name that appeals to parents looking for unique yet familiar options.
Famous People
Jerica M. Duffy - American singer and songwriter, Jerica Hartman - American author and speaker
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jerica"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jerica"
"Jerica" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4533rd of 19264 | 200 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1042nd of 27321 | 2,630 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2774th of 35406 | 939 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9007th of 30306 | 139 |
Regional Popularity of "Jerica" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jerica" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
24.72% 911th/3685 |
31.98% 1431st/4475 |
16.60% 862nd/5194 |
22.72% 1435th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.40% 2355th/4582 |
- |
38.59% 2822nd/7313 |
58.27% 4349th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jerica"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jerica" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.