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Erick vs Eric

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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Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian English German French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#252
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Erick Rank #333
Eric Rank #252

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #333 for Erick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Eric more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Erick at #333 in the United States.

What do Erick and Eric mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Erick and Eric boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Eric is primarily a boy name.

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