Eric vs Wells

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #377 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"one who lives near the wells or springs"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Eric Rank #252

Wells Rank #377

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #377 for Wells.

Is Eric or Wells more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Wells at #377 in the United States.

What do Eric and Wells mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Wells means "one who lives near the wells or springs" (Old English origin).

Are Eric and Wells boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Wells is primarily a boy name.