Eric vs Steven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

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Eric Rank #252

Steven Rank #269

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #269 for Steven.

Is Eric or Steven more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Eric and Steven mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Steven means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Eric and Steven boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Steven is primarily a boy name.