Eric vs Prince

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #404 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"royal son; prince"

Origin: Latin

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Eric Rank #252

Prince Rank #404

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #404 for Prince.

Is Eric or Prince more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Prince at #404 in the United States.

What do Eric and Prince mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Prince means "royal son; prince" (Latin origin).

Are Eric and Prince boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Prince is primarily a boy name.