Eric vs Chance

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #419 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"good fortune, luck"

Origin: Old French

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Eric Rank #252

Chance Rank #419

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #419 for Chance.

Is Eric or Chance more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Chance at #419 in the United States.

What do Eric and Chance mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Chance means "good fortune, luck" (Old French origin).

Are Eric and Chance boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Chance is primarily a boy name.