Eric Zumwalt

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Eric Zumwalt — eternal ruler
816K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Eric Zumwalt 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 Zumwalt: Alec Zumwalt (born 1981), American baseball coach Elmo Zumwalt (1920–2000), U.S. Navy admiral and Zumwalt-class destroyer namesake James P. Zumwalt (born 1956), U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for East Asia Jason Zumwalt (born 1975), American actor, voice actor, comedian and scriptwriter Rick Zumwalt (1951–2003), American actor and arm-wrestler Rick Zumwalt (American football) (born 1965), American football player Rosemary Lévy Zumwalt (born 1944), American folklorist, anthropologist, and historian 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: Zumwalt

English

Alec Zumwalt (born 1981), American baseball coach Elmo Zumwalt (1920–2000), U.S. Navy admiral and Zumwalt-class destroyer namesake James P. Zumwalt (born 1956), U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for East Asia Jason Zumwalt (born 1975), American actor, voice actor, comedian and scriptwriter Rick Zumwalt (1951–2003), American actor and arm-wrestler Rick Zumwalt (American football) (born 1965), American football player Rosemary Lévy Zumwalt (born 1944), American folklorist, anthropologist, and historian

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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 Zumwalt

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 Zumwalt:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Zumwalt?
The surname Zumwalt originates from English. Alec Zumwalt (born 1981), American baseball coach Elmo Zumwalt (1920–2000), U.S. Navy admiral and Zumwalt-class destroyer namesake James P. Zumwalt (born 1956), U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for East Asia Jason Zumwalt (born 1975), American actor, voice actor, comedian and scriptwriter Rick Zumwalt (1951–2003), American actor and arm-wrestler Rick Zumwalt (American football) (born 1965), American football player Rosemary Lévy Zumwalt (born 1944), American folklorist, anthropologist, and historian
What are the origins of the name Eric Zumwalt?
The name Eric Zumwalt combines two different traditions: the first name Eric has Scandinavian roots, while the surname Zumwalt originates from English.
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