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Eric vs Kenrick

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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Kenrick

Boy #6,258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bold king, royal ruler"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Welsh British Anglo-Saxon

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,258
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Eric Rank #252
Kenrick Rank #6,258

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #6258 for Kenrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eric or Kenrick more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Kenrick at #6258 in the United States.

What do Eric and Kenrick mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Kenrick means "bold king, royal ruler" (Old English origin).

Are Eric and Kenrick boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Kenrick is primarily a boy name.

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