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Casey 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

Casey Rank #310
Erik Rank #477

Casey is more popular, ranked #310 vs #477 for Erik.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Casey or Erik more popular?

Casey is more popular, ranked #310 compared to Erik at #477 in the United States.

What do Casey and Erik mean?

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

Are Casey and Erik boy or girl names?

Casey is primarily a boy name. Erik is primarily a boy name.

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