Eric vs Aidan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #312 Most Popular 2 Syllables

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Eric Rank #252

Aidan Rank #312

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #312 for Aidan.

Is Eric or Aidan more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Aidan at #312 in the United States.

What do Eric and Aidan mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Eric and Aidan boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Aidan is primarily a boy name.