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Erick vs Cade

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erick

Boy #333 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ever ruler, eternal king"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German English American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#333
Total SSA Count
1,038
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Erick Rank #333
Cade Rank #272

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 vs #333 for Erick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Cade more popular?

Cade is more popular, ranked #272 compared to Erick at #333 in the United States.

What do Erick and Cade mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin).

Are Erick and Cade boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Cade is primarily a boy name.

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