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Andy 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

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Andy Rank #489
Erik Rank #477

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 vs #489 for Andy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andy or Erik more popular?

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 compared to Andy at #489 in the United States.

What do Andy and Erik mean?

Andy means "manly, brave" (Greek origin). Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Andy and Erik boy or girl names?

Andy is primarily a boy name. Erik is primarily a boy name.

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