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Erick vs Cayden

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
Cayden Rank #350

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 vs #350 for Cayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Cayden more popular?

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 compared to Cayden at #350 in the United States.

What do Erick and Cayden mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Cayden means "battle (possible Irish Gaelic root)" (Irish (Cadan) origin).

Are Erick and Cayden boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Cayden is primarily a boy name.

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