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Eric vs Andre

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian English German French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#252
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Andre

Boy #351 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"manly, brave"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

French Portuguese Brazilian African American West African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#351
Total SSA Count
961
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Eric Rank #252
Andre Rank #351

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #351 for Andre.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eric or Andre more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Andre at #351 in the United States.

What do Eric and Andre mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Andre means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are Eric and Andre boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Andre is primarily a boy name.

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