Aaron vs Eric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aaron

Boy #79 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"high mountain"

Origin: Hebrew (aharon)

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Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Aaron Rank #79

Eric Rank #252

Aaron is more popular, ranked #79 vs #252 for Eric.

Is Aaron or Eric more popular?

Aaron is more popular, ranked #79 compared to Eric at #252 in the United States.

What do Aaron and Eric mean?

Aaron means "high mountain" (Hebrew (aharon) origin). Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Aaron and Eric boy or girl names?

Aaron is primarily a boy name. Eric is primarily a boy name.