Eric vs Patrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

Scandinavian English German French American

✓ All Clear

Boy #221 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"patrician, of noble birth"

Origin: Latin

Irish English Scottish American

8 High Risk

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Eric Rank #252

Patrick Rank #221

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 vs #252 for Eric.

Is Eric or Patrick more popular?

Patrick is more popular, ranked #221 compared to Eric at #252 in the United States.

What do Eric and Patrick mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Patrick means "patrician, of noble birth" (Latin origin).

Are Eric and Patrick boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Patrick is primarily a boy name.