Berg vs Eric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Berg

Boy #21,697 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mountain, hill"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Dutch Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian English German French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#252
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Berg Rank #21,697
Eric Rank #252

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berg or Eric more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Berg and Eric mean?

Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin). Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Berg and Eric boy or girl names?

Berg is primarily a boy name. Eric is primarily a boy name.

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