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• erica
  erica

  noun

  any of numerous low-growing evergreen shrubs or small trees belonging to the genus Erica, of the heath family, including several species of heather.
• Erica
  Erica

  noun

  a female given name: derived from Eric.

erica

¹ American  

[er-i-kuh] / ˈɛr ɪ kə /

noun

ericas plural

1. any of numerous low-growing evergreen shrubs or small trees belonging to the genus Erica, of the heath family, including several species of heather.

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Erica ² American  

[er-i-kuh] / ˈɛr ɪ kə /

noun

1. a female given name: derived from Eric.

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erica British  

/ ˈɛrɪkə /

noun

1. any shrub of the ericaceous genus Erica, including the heaths and some heathers

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Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• ericas
  plural

Etymology

Origin of erica

1820–30; < New Latin Erica, Latin < Greek ereíkē heath (plant), akin to Old Irish froech, Russian véres ( k )

Example Sentences

"If it was more affordable for families we would definitely go and check it out," says Brennan, who was with wife Erica and children Stephanie and Marcel.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

The Fire defense smothered her, and while Erica Wheeler and Ogwumike made some shots early, the Sparks mostly didn’t make Portland pay for doubling up their star.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“The Consumer sector has undergone a significant transformation in the post-Covid period, driven by shifting demand patterns, inflationary pressures, supply chain disruptions, and evolving consumer behaviors,” writes UBS analyst Erica Smith.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

That person is being asked to limit trips outside the home during the 42-day period to see if they become ill, according to Dr. Erica Pan, director of the California Department of Public Health.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

“This place is inspired. Erica wants everyone to feel welcome here and really means it. I love working here ’cause...’cause it don’t feel like work.

From "A High Five for Glenn Burke" by Phil Bildner