Eric vs Erick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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✓ All Clear

Boy #333 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever ruler, eternal king"

Origin: Old Norse

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8 High Risk

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Eric Rank #252

Erick Rank #333

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #333 for Erick.

Is Eric or Erick more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Erick at #333 in the United States.

What do Eric and Erick mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin).

Are Eric and Erick boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Erick is primarily a boy name.