Eric vs Augustus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Eric Rank #252

Augustus Rank #409

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #409 for Augustus.

Is Eric or Augustus more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Eric and Augustus mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin).

Are Eric and Augustus boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Augustus is primarily a boy name.