Eric vs Lincoln

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #73 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lake colony, settlement by the pool"

Origin: Old English

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Eric Rank #252

Lincoln Rank #73

Lincoln is more popular, ranked #73 vs #252 for Eric.

Is Eric or Lincoln more popular?

Lincoln is more popular, ranked #73 compared to Eric at #252 in the United States.

What do Eric and Lincoln mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Lincoln means "lake colony, settlement by the pool" (Old English origin).

Are Eric and Lincoln boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Lincoln is primarily a boy name.