Eric vs Edwin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

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Eric Rank #252

Edwin Rank #383

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #383 for Edwin.

Is Eric or Edwin more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do Eric and Edwin mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin).

Are Eric and Edwin boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Edwin is primarily a boy name.