This is the 1432nd most frequent Dutch word.
eric
In Dutch, "eric" does not have a specific meaning; it is typically used as a proper noun, a male given name.
Here, 'Eric' is used as a proper noun, which is a person's name.
Eric houdt van wandelen in het bos.
Eric loves walking in the forest.
In this sentence, 'Eric' again acts as a proper noun referring to a specific individual.
Is Eric al gearriveerd op het station?
Has Eric arrived at the station yet?
The word 'Eric' in this context is the recipient of the action, thus functioning as part of the direct object in a sentence.