Eric vs Wilder

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #391 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"hunter, one who hunts"

Origin: Old English

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Eric Rank #252

Wilder Rank #391

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #391 for Wilder.

Is Eric or Wilder more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Wilder at #391 in the United States.

What do Eric and Wilder mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Wilder means "hunter, one who hunts" (Old English origin).

Are Eric and Wilder boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Wilder is primarily a boy name.