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Eric vs Lennox

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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Lennox

Boy #263 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elm grove"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic leamhanach

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#263
Total SSA Count
1,320
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Eric Rank #252
Lennox Rank #263

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #263 for Lennox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eric or Lennox more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Lennox at #263 in the United States.

What do Eric and Lennox mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Lennox means "elm grove" (Scottish Gaelic leamhanach origin).

Are Eric and Lennox boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Lennox is primarily a boy name.

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