Aidan vs Erik

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erik

Boy #477 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"eternal ruler, ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German American Dutch Finnish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#477
Total SSA Count
644
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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Popularity Comparison

Aidan Rank #312
Erik Rank #477

Aidan is more popular, ranked #312 vs #477 for Erik.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aidan or Erik more popular?

Aidan is more popular, ranked #312 compared to Erik at #477 in the United States.

What do Aidan and Erik mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Aidan and Erik boy or girl names?

Aidan is primarily a boy name. Erik is primarily a boy name.

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