Bradley vs Erik

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bradley

Boy #365 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"broad clearing in the woods"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#365
Total SSA Count
906
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Bradley Rank #365
Erik Rank #477

Bradley is more popular, ranked #365 vs #477 for Erik.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bradley or Erik more popular?

Bradley is more popular, ranked #365 compared to Erik at #477 in the United States.

What do Bradley and Erik mean?

Bradley means "broad clearing in the woods" (Old English origin). Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Bradley and Erik boy or girl names?

Bradley is primarily a boy name. Erik is primarily a boy name.

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