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Erick vs Damon

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
Damon Rank #456

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 vs #456 for Damon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Damon more popular?

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 compared to Damon at #456 in the United States.

What do Erick and Damon mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Damon means "to tame, to subdue" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Erick and Damon boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Damon is primarily a boy name.

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