Erich vs Behr

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erich

Boy #5,905 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"eternal ruler, ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse via Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Austrian Scandinavian Swiss American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,905
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Erich Rank #5,905
Behr Rank #5,941

Erich is more popular, ranked #5905 vs #5941 for Behr.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erich or Behr more popular?

Erich is more popular, ranked #5905 compared to Behr at #5941 in the United States.

What do Erich and Behr mean?

Erich means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse via Germanic origin). Behr means "bear" (Germanic origin).

Are Erich and Behr boy or girl names?

Erich is primarily a boy name. Behr is primarily a boy name.

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