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Emmett 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

Emmett Rank #119
Erik Rank #477

Emmett is more popular, ranked #119 vs #477 for Erik.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmett or Erik more popular?

Emmett is more popular, ranked #119 compared to Erik at #477 in the United States.

What do Emmett and Erik mean?

Emmett means "strong, mighty" (Old English origin). Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Emmett and Erik boy or girl names?

Emmett is primarily a boy name. Erik is primarily a boy name.

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