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Augustus vs Erick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erick

Boy #333 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ever ruler, eternal king"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German English American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#333
Total SSA Count
1,038
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Augustus Rank #409
Erick Rank #333

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 vs #409 for Augustus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Augustus or Erick more popular?

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Erick mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin).

Are Augustus and Erick boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Erick is primarily a boy name.

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