Eric Haworth

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Eric Haworth — eternal ruler
816K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Eric Haworth is a name that combines Scandinavian origins. The first name Eric is a masculine given name of Scandinavian origin. From the Old Norse Eiríkr, composed of ei (ever) and ríkr (ruler). Name of Eric the Red, the Norse explorer who discovered Greenland. The surname Haworth: Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767–1833), English entomologist, botanist, and carcinologist Alan Haworth, Baron Haworth (1948–2023), British politician Alan Haworth (ice hockey) (born 1960), Canadian retired ice hockey player Andy Haworth (born 1988), English footballer Sir Arthur Haworth, 1st Baronet (1865–1944), British businessman and Liberal politician Barbara Haworth-Attard (born 1953), Canadian children's book author Bobs Cogill Haworth (1900–1988), South African-born Canadian painter and potter Bryn Haworth (born c. 1948), British musician Carl Haworth (born 1989), Canadian soccer player Cheryl. Eric is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 816K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Eric reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Eric

Meaning: eternal ruler

Scandinavian

From the Old Norse Eiríkr, composed of ei (ever) and ríkr (ruler). Name of Eric the Red, the Norse explorer who discovered Greenland.

Surname: Haworth

English

Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767–1833), English entomologist, botanist, and carcinologist Alan Haworth, Baron Haworth (1948–2023), British politician Alan Haworth (ice hockey) (born 1960), Canadian retired ice hockey player Andy Haworth (born 1988), English footballer Sir Arthur Haworth, 1st Baronet (1865–1944), British businessman and Liberal politician Barbara Haworth-Attard (born 1953), Canadian children's book author Bobs Cogill Haworth (1900–1988), South African-born Canadian painter and potter Bryn Haworth (born c. 1948), British musician Carl Haworth (born 1989), Canadian soccer player Cheryl.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Eric is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 46%
Sweden 15%
Norway 10%
Denmark 7%
United Kingdom 22%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Eric by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Eric Haworth

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Eric Haworth:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Eric?
The first name Eric originates from Scandinavian. From the Old Norse Eiríkr, composed of ei (ever) and ríkr (ruler). Name of Eric the Red, the Norse explorer who discovered Greenland.
When was Eric most popular?
The name Eric reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Haworth?
The surname Haworth originates from English. Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767–1833), English entomologist, botanist, and carcinologist Alan Haworth, Baron Haworth (1948–2023), British politician Alan Haworth (ice hockey) (born 1960), Canadian retired ice hockey player Andy Haworth (born 1988), English footballer Sir Arthur Haworth, 1st Baronet (1865–1944), British businessman and Liberal politician Barbara Haworth-Attard (born 1953), Canadian children's book author Bobs Cogill Haworth (1900–1988), South African-born Canadian painter and potter Bryn Haworth (born c. 1948), British musician Carl Haworth (born 1989), Canadian soccer player Cheryl.
What are the origins of the name Eric Haworth?
The name Eric Haworth combines two different traditions: the first name Eric has Scandinavian roots, while the surname Haworth originates from English.
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