Eritrea
girl nameEritrea entered the US charts in 1991, peaked at #13147 in 1991, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1991–2025
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rank today
#13147
peak (1991)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #13147 |
| 2020s | #13464 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Eritrea are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Eritrea is a kid of about 4 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Eritrea in 2025?
- Eritrea is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Eritrea most popular?
- Eritrea peaked in 1991, reaching #13147 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Eritrea with classmates?
- Eritrea will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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