Eritrea
Pronunciation: [ ehr-ihtr-EE-uh ]
Eritrea is a girl baby name. Ranked #31,885 in the US, popular nicknames include Eri, Ery, and Eriie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Eritrea first appeared in US Social Security records in 1991.
Over 11 babies have been named Eritrea in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Eritrea is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #31,885 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #31,885
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Eritrea
Eritrea is a girl name .
Eritrea is currently ranked #31,885 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Eritrea include Eri, Ery, Eriie, and Eritie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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