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Clayton 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

Clayton Rank #318
Erick Rank #333

Clayton is more popular, ranked #318 vs #333 for Erick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clayton or Erick more popular?

Clayton is more popular, ranked #318 compared to Erick at #333 in the United States.

What do Clayton and Erick mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin).

Are Clayton and Erick boy or girl names?

Clayton is primarily a boy name. Erick is primarily a boy name.

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