Erykah
Pronunciation: [ EHR-eek-uh ]
Erykah is a girl baby name. Ranked #6,863 in the US, popular nicknames include Ery, Eryie, and Erykie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Erykah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 1,548 babies have been named Erykah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Erykah is past its peak , currently ranked #6,863 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #6,863
- Total SSA Count
- 17
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About the Name Erykah
Erykah is a girl name .
Erykah is currently ranked #6,863 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Erykah include Ery, Eryie, Erykie, and Eryky. 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis